China–Thailand University Leaders Forum Champions Innovation and Intercultural Dialogue

Roundtable I: Reshaping Education Through Technological Innovation

The first session tackled the rapid integration of AI, big data, and smart learning platforms into academic settings with the theme “Reshaping Education Through Scientific and Technological Innovation“. Seven university leaders from China and Thailand shared valuable insights on the integration of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data into the education sector. The speakers included:

University leaders shared institutional experiences and strategies for driving personalized learning and equity through tech. Speakers included:

Chanchai Panthongviriyakul – President, Khon Kaen University

You Yancheng – Vice President, Xiamen University

Rattasit Sukhahuta – Vice President, Chiang Mai University

Liang Enwei – Vice President, Guangxi University

Apisith Songsasen – Vice President, Kasetsart University

Thakerng Wongsirichot – Vice President, Prince of Songkla University

Jonathan Rante Carreon – Vice President, Huachiew Chalermprakiet University

Participants agreed that cross-border collaboration in digital education can accelerate innovation and build resilient academic systems.

Roundtable II: Promoting Civilizational Dialogue Through People-to-People Exchanges

The second roundtable highlighted the role of cultural programs, exchange initiatives, and international classrooms in fostering global citizenship and peaceful dialogue, titled “Promoting Civilizational Dialogue Through People-to-People Exchanges” featured nine university leaders who shared perspectives on the vital role of cultural interaction in fostering dialogue among civilizations. The speakers included:

Contributors included:

Cao Xianqiang – Vice President, Shandong University

Cholvit Jearajit – President, Srinakharinwirot University

Zhao Yufang – Vice President, Southwest University

Matchima Naradisorn – President, Mae Fah Luang University

Yu Xuemei – Vice President, Shanghai University

Supreedi Lerttilong – Vice President, Thammasat University

Zhang Baojun – Vice President, Beijing Language and Culture University

Dr. Kitikorn Dowpiset – Vice President for Moral Development Education of Assumption University of Thailand (AU)

Zhong Yinghua – President, World Association for Sinology Education

Dr. Kitikorn Dowpiset of AU delivered a standout presentation on the HEHE framework, which promotes harmony, empathy, and integration in education. He emphasized its role in preparing students for a connected and peaceful world. During this session, Dr. Kitikorn delivered an in-depth speech on the vital role of cultural exchange in promoting civilizational dialogue.

He highlighted the university’s innovative application of the HEHE cultural framework, which centers on harmony and integration, and described how it is being implemented in education. This concept not only offers a new theoretical perspective for China–Thailand educational collaboration but also contributes a valuable intellectual approach from the higher education sector to the broader goal of building a shared future for humanity.

The forum concluded with strong consensus: technological innovation and cultural exchange are key to the future of education. The China–Thailand University Leaders Forum successfully deepened academic partnerships and opened new avenues for collaboration in the region.

Chanchai Panthongviriyakul, President of Khon Kaen University

You Yancheng, Vice President of Xiamen University

Rattasit Sukhahuta, Vice President of Chiang Mai University

Liang Enwei, Vice President of Guangxi University

Apisith Songsasen, Vice President of Kasetsart University

Thakerng Wongsirichot, Vice President of Prince of Songkla University

Jonathan Rante Carreon, Vice President of Huachiew Chalermprakiet University

Roundtable Forum II: Promoting Civilizational Dialogue Through People-to-People Exchanges

Cao Xianqiang, Vice President of Shandong University

Cholvit Jearajit, President of Srinakharinwirot University

Zhao Yufang, Vice President of Southwest University

Matchima Naradisorn, President of Mae Fah Luang University

Yu Xuemei, Vice President of Shanghai University

Supreedi Lerttilong, Vice President of Thammasat University

Zhang Baojun, Vice President of Beijing Language and Culture University

Kitikorn Dowpiset, Vice President of Assumption University of Thailand

Zhong Yinghua, President of the World Association for Sinology Education