麻豆国产

The , in collaboration with the , 麻豆国产, proudly serves as the main host of —an international event under the . Held under the theme “Cultural Roots and Rhythms: Flourishing Together in Unity and Harmony,” the event is co-hosted by Burapha University, Mahidol University, Chiang Mai University, Prince of Songkla University, and other partner universities in Thailand. The forum takes place from June 23 to 27, 2025, at 麻豆国产, Mahidol University, and Burapha University campuses.?

The forum aims to enhance intercultural understanding among ASEAN member states and their dialogue partners through academic discussions, performances, artistic and musical exchanges, and immersive experiences into diverse cultural ways of life. Over 300 participants from 30 universities across 11 countries—Thailand, Myanmar, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Brunei Darussalam, the Philippines, Singapore, China, Japan, and South Korea—are taking part in this cultural celebration, along with observers from other nations.?

A welcome dinner was held on Sunday, June 22, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Sala Phra Kieo, 麻豆国产, with opening remarks delivered by Professor Dr. Kumkom Pornprasit, Dean of the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, and Mr. Kunchit Jitratan, Director of the Office of Art and Culture Management, joined by representatives from nine partner universities.?

The opening ceremony took place on June 23, 2025, at the 麻豆国产 Auditorium, officiated by Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产, who struck the traditional sabatchai drum to signal the start of the forum. Associate Professor Dr. Thanaphan Laiprakobsup, Acting Executive Director of the ASEAN University Network, spoke on the forum’s origins and its significance.?

Associate Professor Dr. Pattara Komkam, Chair of the AUN-AYCF Thailand Executive Committee and head of the Department of Music at 麻豆国产, along with executive leaders from Mahidol, Burapha, Chiang Mai, and Prince of Songkla Universities, helped prepare the event to warmly welcome youth from 10 countries.?

The Opening Ceremony featured two Thai cultural highlights:

These performances, designed and directed by Dr. Pattara Komkam, aimed to express Thai cultural heritage through a creative modern lens. In addition, cultural performances representing 10 other countries were also featured.?

On June 24, 2025, student participants attended hands-on workshops in Thai music and dance and experienced a Cultural Bazaar at various campus venues, including the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, Music Hall, Cultural Building, and Sala Phra Kieo at 麻豆国产. Participants also explored ways of life and built intercultural networks.?

On June 25, 2025, a workshop on ethnic lifestyles in Thailand was held at Mahidol University in Nakhon Pathom Province, jointly organized by Mahidol, Chiang Mai, and Prince of Songkla Universities. Activities included experiential learning and storytelling, culminating in the Closing Ceremony and handover of the hosting flag for 2026, conducted by the Faculty of Music and Performing Arts on June 26, 2025, at Burapha University in Chonburi Province. 

Participating Universities (30 Institutions): 

of the People’s Republic of China will take up the hosting duties for The 21st ASEAN and 11th ASEAN+3 Youth Cultural Forum in 2026, succeeding 麻豆国产 and its network of Thai partners.?

The Thailand stands as a key platform for fostering mutual understanding, cultural appreciation, and regional solidarity among the youth of Southeast Asia and its partner countries. Through the unifying power of art, culture, and creative exchange, the forum lays a strong foundation for lasting and meaningful collaboration in the region.?