�鶹����, through its and , has signed an academic cooperation agreement with . The partnership aims to develop students in the areas of arts, culture, and social engagement through experiential learning activities involving students from both institutions, which will take turns hosting the programs.��

This initiative supports the university’s International Growth and Impactful Growth��strategies under the leadership of��Prof. Dr.��Wilert��Puriwat,��President of �鶹����,��with the principle of��“Holistic Growth with Students at the Center.”��It also aligns with the CHULA Social Engagement strategy��led by��Associate Prof. Dr.��Yootthana��Chuppunnarat, Vice President of �鶹����.��

The signing ceremony took place on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at National Sun Yat-Sen University. The agreement was signed by Assistant Professor Dr. Sukanya Sompaiboon, Vice President of �鶹����, and Professor Chih-Wen Kuo, Senior Vice President of National Sun Yat-Sen University. Witnesses included Assistant Professor Dr. Vitchatalum Laovanich, Assistant President for Arts and Culture Promotion; Assistant Professor Dr. Thanasin Chutintaranond, Assistant President for Social Engagement; and Mr. Kunchit Jitratan, Director of the Office of Art and Culture Management. 

In addition, faculty members and students from the Department of Speech Communication and Performing Arts, , �鶹����, led by��Associate Professor Dr.��Preeda��Akarachantachote, Dean of the Faculty of Communication Arts, and��Professor Dr.��Prapassorn��Chansathitporn, Head of the Department, participated in exchange activities and performance training with students from National Sun Yat-sen��University.��

Together, they co-created a traditional Thai Likay performance titled “Thai-Tai Isan Muan Jai Show.” The production formed part of Chulalongkorn students’ efforts to promote Thai arts and culture internationally and received an enthusiastic response from audiences. 

The project represents another milestone in advancing Thai arts and culture through innovative international collaboration. Supported by a matching-fund partnership between Chulalongkorn’s Office of Art and Culture Management and various university faculties, it also marks an important step in bringing Thai performing arts to the global higher-education community. 

�鶹���� is the only Thai university ranked among the Top 10 leading universities in ASEAN in the , one of the world’s most prestigious higher education rankings. The official results were announced on June 18, 2026. In addition, �鶹���� has maintained its position as Thailand’s No. 1 university for the 18th consecutive year and is ranked 212th globally. The university is also placed within the world’s Top 100 for both Academic Reputation and Employment Outcomes. 

The QS World University Rankings 2027 evaluated more than 1,500 higher education institutions worldwide. Universities were assessed based on a range of indicators with different weightings, including: Academic Reputation (30%), Citations per Faculty (20%), Employer Reputation (15%), Employment Outcomes (5%), Faculty-to-Student Ratio (10%), International Faculty Ratio (5%), International Research Network (5%), International Student Ratio (5%), and Sustainability (5%). 

This year, �鶹���� achieved higher scores in Academic Reputation, Sustainability, International Research Network, and Faculty-to-Student Ratio. 

The QS WUR 2027 results are a source of pride for �鶹���� as a Thai institution with strong international recognition. The ranking reflects the university’s commitment to advancing academic excellence, promoting high-quality research, and producing graduates whose capabilities are recognized worldwide. 

For more information about the QS World University Rankings 2027, visit: 

Students and faculty members from the , �鶹����, achieved national recognition by��winning two awards at the DAT-Graduate Research Competition 2026, held during the 121st Academic Conference (1/2026) of the . The conference took place from June 17–19, 2026, at��Centara��Grand at CentralWorld in Bangkok.��

First Prize: Mr.��Manh��Cuong Hoang��

Research Title:��MiR-223-3p-loaded Hydroxyapatite Nanoparticles Enhance��Odontogenesis and Immunomodulation in Dental Pulp��
Advisor:��Assoc. Prof. Dr.��Anjalee��Vacharaksa��
Co-advisor: Assoc. Prof. Dr.��Chalida��Nakalekha��Limjeerajarus����

First Runner-Up: Mr. Toan Van Phan��

Research Title:��Machine Learning-Based Cytotoxicity Grading and Prediction in the Oral Mucosa��
Advisor:��Joao Nuno Andrade��Requicha��Ferreira��
Co-advisor: Jae-Yol��Lim��

This accomplishment reflects the high quality of research and the capabilities of emerging researchers from the Faculty of Dentistry at �鶹����. It also highlights the strength of the faculty’s graduate education and research programs, which aim to generate new knowledge and innovations in dentistry that can contribute to the advancement of the profession and improve oral healthcare for the public in the future.

�鶹����, through its , �鶹����, and the , in collaboration with the , organized��“A Regional Dialogue on Responsible AI in Justice: Opportunities, Risks, and Governance Frameworks”��on June��22,��2026,��at the conference hall on the 20th floor of the Chalerm Rajakumari 60th Birthday Anniversary Building (Chamchuri��10), �鶹����.��

The event was officially opened by 

The dialogue was organized to disseminate regional knowledge and research produced by UNDP to regulators, technology providers, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and development partners involved in the responsible use of artificial intelligence in justice systems across the Asia-Pacific region. 

The event also provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange perspectives on the opportunities, risks, and lessons learned from real-world applications of AI. Discussions brought together representatives from courts, ministries of justice, legal aid organizations, technology practitioners, researchers, and civil society groups. 

Experts from multiple countries participated in discussions on how to establish Good Governance frameworks for AI in judicial and justice processes, with the goal of ensuring that the adoption of AI is transparent, fair, accountable, and responsive to rapid technological developments.

Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of �鶹����, in his capacity as Chairman of the , presided over the 3rd 2026 General Meeting of the Council of University Presidents of Thailand (CUPT) and the General Meeting of the CUPT Association. The meetings were hosted by Ubon Ratchathani University and held on June 20-21, 2026, at the 84th Anniversary Commemorative Building, Ubon Ratchathani University. 

Also attending the meetings were Asst. Prof. Dr. Pomthong Malakul Na Ayudhaya, Secretary-General of CUPT, and Prof. Dr. Kanaphon Chanhom, Vice President and Chair of the Personnel Administration and Legal Affairs Committee. 

The meetings were organized to discuss and establish strategic directions for advancing Thailand’s higher education sector, with a focus on improving the quality of education, research, and innovation in an effective and sustainable manner. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chutinan Prasitphuripreecha, President of Ubon Ratchathani University, delivered the welcome address on Sunday, June 21, 2026.

�鶹���� extends its warmest congratulations to��Professor Dr. Suchada Sukrong, a faculty member in the , , and Director of the , on her appointment as a member of��the Senate Committee on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development.��The appointment was made under Senate Order No. 26/2569, dated June 12, 2026.��

This committee was established to advance the Senate’s sustainable development agenda in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in addressing major challenges. Its responsibilities include: 

The committee aims to support sustainable development efforts through science, technology,��innovation,��and evidence-based policy initiatives.

The, , �鶹����, in collaboration with the , organized the��12th International Day of Yoga 2026��under the theme��“Yoga for Healthy Aging”��on Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. at the plaza in front of the King Chulalongkorn Memorial Statue and the King Vajiravudh Memorial Statue at �鶹����.��

The event aimed to promote holistic health care through the practice of yoga, which helps enhance physical strength, flexibility, relaxation, and mental balance. It also provided an opportunity for members of the Chulalongkorn community and the general public to experience the benefits of yoga in the early morning amidst the peaceful and verdant surroundings of the university campus. 

The opening ceremony of the 12th International Day of Yoga featured welcome remarks by Mr. Puneet Agrawal, Ambassador-designate of India to Thailand. The event was officially opened by Associate Professor Dr. Prakorn Siriprakob, Dean of the Faculty of Political Science, �鶹����, representing the University President, together with Ms. Lin Yang, Deputy Executive Secretary of UNESCAP, and Mr. Pattana Promphat, Minister of Public Health. The program was moderated by Associate Professor Surat Horachaikul, Director of the Indian Studies Center, �鶹����. 

�鶹���� and the Embassy of India in Thailand first organized the International Day of Yoga in 2015. Since then, the event has been held annually at the plaza in front of the King Chulalongkorn and King Vajiravudh Memorial Statues. Each year’s celebration has successfully achieved its objectives, attracting large numbers of participants to join the International Day of Yoga activities at �鶹����. 

According to the , which assess universities’ contributions to sustainability and societal impact, �鶹������has been ranked 19th in the world,��marking a remarkable leap of��25��places from��44th��globally in 2025.��Chula is also the only Thai university to be placed in the global Top 20, the Top 10 in Asia, and the Top 5 in ASEAN, while��maintaining��its position as Thailand’s No. 1 university for sustainability for the��second��consecutive year.��

The��THE��Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026��(formerly known as the��THE��Impact Rankings), announced on June 24, 2026, evaluates��how higher education institutions worldwide contribute to advancing sustainability and creating positive societal impact��in��accordance��with��the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).��

This year’s improved ranking reflects Chula’s outstanding performance across several SDGs, particularly the following:��

In addition to �鶹����’s global ranking of 19th, several other Thai universities were placed in the world’s Top 100: 

The THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026 evaluated 1,646 universities from 116 countries, measuring performance across all 17 SDGs as well as overall sustainability impact. 

For more information on the rankings, visit the   

Congratulations to��Mr.��Punnarit��Sae-jeang,��a��BAScii��student at the , and Mr. Intouch��Sricharoenchit��from King’s College International School Bangkok, on winning the Jury’s Choice Award��in the Ideation Stage category at the in Washington, D.C., on June 11–12, 2026.��

Their startup, PanFa Technologies, is an agricultural technology platform designed to help rice farmers use water more efficiently while reducing environmental impact. The platform combines satellite data, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and IoT-enabled smart irrigation systems to automate the Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) method for rice cultivation.  The technology can help farmers reduce methane emissions by up to 50 percent and cut water use by 30 percent. It also creates opportunities for farmers to earn additional income through carbon credit programs and sustainable agriculture certifications. 

The international recognition highlights the potential of young Thai innovators to develop solutions to global challenges. It also reflects the strength of CSII and the BAScii program in nurturing future innovators, entrepreneurs, technologists, and sustainability leaders through interdisciplinary learning, AI applications, real-world problem-solving, and startup creation that drives positive social change. 

Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of �鶹����, together with administrators from the , led by Associate Professor Dr. Tartat Mokkhamakkul, Dean of the Faculty, along with the Associate Deans for , and , as well as the Head of the , and Associate Professor Dr. Vorasit Vongsutilers, Dean of the , welcomed and held discussions with Mr. Pattana Promphat, , and his executive delegation on June 15, 2026, at the reception room on the 7th floor of the Chamchuri 4 Building. 

The meeting focused on exchanging ideas for collaboration in developing health-related curricula and knowledge that meet the demands of the modern world. The initiative aims to integrate the fields of medicine, public health, management, business, accounting, and finance to cultivate a new generation of professionals who understand both the healthcare system and socially responsible management. 

Key topics discussed included:��

On this occasion, the Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy also extended its congratulations to Mr. Pattana Promphat, an alumnus of the Department of Banking and Finance, Faculty of Commerce and Accountancy, �鶹����, on his appointment as Minister of Public Health. His achievement is a source of pride for the faculty and reflects the important role that Chula alumni play in driving national development at the policy level.