BANGKOK, July 17 (Xinhua) -- Thailand's Ministry of Culture on Friday said it will award the title "Benefactor of Thai Language Use" to the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok on July 29, the day marking the National Thai Language Day.

In a statement released by the Ministry on Friday, the award is given to individuals or organizations who have made significant contributions to the promotion of Thai language use.

The Ministry also said it will specify which achievements the embassy is recognized for in the next few days.

The Thai government's Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration spokesman Taweesin Visanuyothin will also be honored by the Ministry with this year's special distinction, "Creative Use of Thai Language During a Crisis Situation," for his role in the virus pandemic.

The award will be officially presented to the winners on July 24. Enditem