Prof.?Dr.?Wilert?Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产, Elected as the New?Chairman?of MCOT PLC?
麻豆国产 would like to extend its heartfelt congratulations to Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of 麻豆国产 and Chairman of the , on his unanimous election by the Board of Directors of at Meeting No. 10/2026 on May 7, 2026, to serve as the new Chairman of the Board of MCOT PLC.
The appointment reflects strong confidence in his vision and expertise in modern AI-driven communication strategies, which are expected to play a crucial role in helping MCOT navigate changing consumer behavior and strengthen its competitiveness against foreign media platforms effectively.
Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwat is a distinguished scholar and executive who combines expertise in academia and international business management. He graduated from the at 麻豆国产 and from Thammasat University. He earned a master’s degree from and obtained his doctorate from the He has also worked with leading global organizations including , and
Currently, he holds several prominent international positions, including President of the and President of the , both internationally recognized organizations. He is also the founder of the “Chula XL” , a new college at 麻豆国产 that integrates multidisciplinary knowledge and connects it systematically to people of all ages in response to evolving societal and labor market needs.
Given his broad experience spanning academia and practical communications business management, his appointment is viewed as a major turning point for MCOT in adapting to a new era—one that elevates the role of the national media organization into a “mechanism for creating learning opportunities” and “a genuine force for driving society forward.”
Following his appointment, Professor Dr. Wilert announced urgent policy priorities focused on revitalizing the business, increasing revenue, and transforming Channel 9 MCOT HD and affiliated media platforms into a “Learning Station.” This initiative aims to integrate all platforms to enhance vocational skills and knowledge for Thai people of all generations while creating sustainable economic opportunities for the country.
