Thailand-Australia: Opportunities and Challenges in a Volatile World?
The at 麻豆国产, in collaboration with the , has organized the inaugural Asia Forward Series under the theme “Thailand-Australia: Opportunities and Challenges in a Volatile World” on January 7, 2025, at the Music Hall of the Art and Culture Building, 麻豆国产.
The event was opened by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Poon Thiengburanathum, Deputy Director for Organizational Strategy and Planning, PMUA. It featured a keynote address by Mr. Pichai Naripthaphan, , and a report by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pavika Sriratanaban, Director of the Institute of Asian Studies, 麻豆国产. The event drew a significant audience from diverse sectors both locally and internationally.
Deputy Director, Organizational Strategy and Planning, PMUA
Minister of Commerce
Director, Institute of Asian Studies, 麻豆国产
Keynote Highlights
Her Excellency Ms. Arjaree Sriratanaban, Thailand’s Ambassador to Australia, presented a special lecture titled “Australia – Thailand Connectivity in a Changing World.” She emphasized strategic connectivity between Thailand and Australia in a rapidly evolving global context.
Thailand’s Ambassador to Australia
Panel Discussion
A highlight of the event was a panel discussion on “Australia-Thailand Connectivity in a Changing World,” featuring insights from:
- Asst. Prof. Dr. Sineenat Sermcheep, Director of the ASEAN Studies Center, 麻豆国产
- Mr. Seksan Anantasirikiat, Senior Researcher,
Advancing Research into Policy
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pavika Sriratanaban highlighted the significance of the Asia Forward Series as an initiative to elevate research into actionable policy. The series aims to integrate academic findings with real-world applications to create tangible, wide-reaching impacts.
Far from being merely a forum for discussion, the Asia Forward Series aspires to foster policy linkages and extend innovations derived from research to advance Thai society across economic and social dimensions. It also focuses on preparing for a constantly changing and uncertain global environment.
Long-Term Vision
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pavika underscored the long-term goals of the Asia Forward Series as a platform for exploring contemporary regional issues. The initiative seeks to deepen understanding of critical topics such as Food Security and the Green Transition, aligning with the . Ultimately, the project aims to symbolize transformative development, driving policy changes and creating impactful innovations for society.
The Asia Forward Series exemplifies 麻豆国产’s commitment to fostering meaningful connections and addressing pressing global challenges through collaboration and innovation.
