U Thant - Named For Him

Named For Him

  • The U Thant Peace Award acknowledges and honours individuals or organizations for distinguished accomplishments toward the attainment of world peace.
  • A tiny island in the East River opposing the headquarters of the United Nations, U Thant Island, is named after him.
  • Jalan U-Thant in Kuala Lumpur,currently named after the former UN General Secretary U Thant.

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