The Thai–Chinese Trade and Investment Policy Development Project Achieves Great Success

Mae Fah Luang University in Chiang Rai Province hosted the 4th Thailand–Yunnan Educational Cooperation Conference on February 18–19, 2025, with support from the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI). The event saw enthusiastic participation from executives, faculty, researchers, and representatives from various relevant organizations in both Thailand and Yunnan Province, China.

On this occasion, Professor Dr. Akkaporn Kokkangphlu from Khon Kaen University, head of the project “Developing New Trade and Investment Policy Models to Support and Promote Trade and Investment in the Thai–Chinese Economic Corridor,” presented the preliminary results after six months of implementation. The presentation garnered significant interest from the conference participants, as the project plays a crucial role in developing strategies to promote trade and investment between Thailand and China through the framework of educational and economic policy cooperation.

Key Highlights of the Conference

✅ Policy Exchange Forum – Representatives from Thailand and Yunnan discussed joint strategies for the development of higher education and the economy.
✅ Four Subgroup Meetings – Focused discussions on topics including Green Development, Medicine and Health, Science, Technology and Agriculture, and Language and Culture.
✅ President-Level Meeting – Enhanced the academic cooperation network and strategized educational advancements.
✅ Study Tours – Facilitated the exchange of knowledge and best practices from leading research projects and institutions.

This conference marks a significant milestone in strengthening the educational and economic ties between Thailand and China, especially through connecting economic corridors via research and innovative policy development.

The Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, extends its gratitude to Mae Fah Luang University for hosting the conference, to the research team from Khon Kaen University for their invaluable presentation, and to all parties whose support ensured the resounding success of the event.

We hope that the outcomes of this conference and the associated research will form a solid foundation for developing future trade and investment policies, driving sustainable growth in economic and educational cooperation between Thailand and China.