Assumption University of Thailand (AU) hosted the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students in Thailand.
AU welcomed talented Chinese language students from across Thailand to the John XXIII Conference Center at Suvarnabhumi Campus on July 3, 2026, as the University hosted the Final Round of the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students in Thailand.
Distinguished guests attending the opening and closing ceremonies included H.E. Mr. Zhang Jianwei, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Kingdom of Thailand; Ms. Penapa Kanchana, Inspector General of Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation; Mr. Ni Yang, Counsellor of the Chinese Embassy; Rev. Bro. Sirichai Fonseka,f.s.g., Ph. D.,President of AU; Ms. Wang Xiaoyan, Deputy Director of the CLEC Bangkok Center; Mr. Wang Xinyu, Vice Chairman of the Chinese Enterprises Association in Thailand; Mr. Huang Weiwei of Charoen Pokphand Group; Ms. Luo Tieying, President of the Thai Chinese Teachers Association; Mr. Li Zongsheng of Huawei Technologies (Thailand); Mr. Suttikorn Jiarnpaitoon, President of the Association of Thai Alumni from Chinese Universities; Mr. Qi Ao of SINOTRUK International; and Mr. Wu Xianqun of the Chinese Bridge Club (Bangkok).
Held from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., the competition celebrated language learning, cultural understanding, student confidence, and international friendship. Contestants demonstrated their Chinese language proficiency, shared their knowledge of Chinese culture, and expressed their creativity through talent and performance.
For the students, the final round represented far more than a competition. It reflected many hours of study, practice, courage, and dedication. Their participation showed the power of language to open doors, build confidence, and connect young people across cultures.
The Chinese Bridge competition has become an important platform for students around the world to grow through language and learning. This year’s Thailand final round continued that spirit, strengthening educational exchange and friendship between Thailand and China while giving students a meaningful stage to shine.
The event was organized by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Kingdom of Thailand, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand, and the Center for Language Education and Cooperation, Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China.
Co-organizers included the Office of the Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation of Thailand; the Bangkok Center, Center for Language Education and Cooperation; the Thailand Association for Language Exchange and Cooperation; Assumption University of Thailand; and the Confucius Institute at Assumption University.
By hosting the competition, AU provided a warm international setting for students, faculty members, guests, and members of the public to celebrate language as a bridge between cultures. The event also reflected AU’s commitment to intercultural learning, academic exchange, and the development of students prepared to engage with the wider world.
The day was a reminder that language learning is never only about words, grammar, or exams. At its best, it builds friendship, opportunity, understanding, and confidence. The students who took part in this year’s Chinese Bridge final round showed exactly that.
WRITER : THE AU LIBRARY
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