The World Professional Muaythai Federation (WPMF) was formed on 23rd November 2002 by the Professional Boxing Association of Thailand (PAT). The PAT is the only officially recognised association of Professional Muaythai by the Government of Thailand and has also become a member of the WPMF. The WPMF was established with the objective to promote the sport of professional Muaythai throughout the world. The WPMF is committed to support the art of Muaythai and to uphold the high standards of the sport by following the rules and regulations of Muaythai. The WPMF will stand for justice for Muaythai internationally and will operate the professional Muaythai activities fairly and without any political purposes. The aim of the WPMF is to promote unity among all Muaythai practitioners all over the world.