EEC/Education

Editorial staff

The University of Wisconsin-Madison and the Eastern Economic Corridor Office of Thailand (EEC) signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance Thailand's educational capabilities.

The two parties will collaborate on initiatives aimed at expanding scholarly ties, facilitating academic cooperation and promoting mutual understanding between them.

The MOU signing ceremony took place at the Government House. It signifies a commitment to exploring the feasibility of establishing a framework for educational and scientific cooperation between UW–Madison and EECO.

This collaboration is set to enhance and seeks to bolster competitiveness in EEC-targeted industries, including education and human resource development, medical & healthcare, digital industry, next-generation automotive, bio-circular green, services, and related supply chains. The joint efforts between EECO and UW–Madison will pave the way for the exchange of knowledge and valuable experiences, supporting the new generation workforce to meet the demands of the targeted industries.

The MoU outlines several vital activities, including consultations among faculty, departments, and centers at UW–Madison to identify research and applied research projects that benefit both parties. It also encourages exchanges of students and faculty members for research, lectures, and discussions aimed at enhancing knowledge transfer and fostering a collaborative academic environment with institutes in the EEC area and Thailand.

Over the next three years, the parties will periodically consult to assess progress and explore further collaborative opportunities. Specific agreements detailing resource commitments and project implementations will be developed as part of the ongoing collaboration.

UW-Madison ranks among the top 25 US universities with the largest number of international students, offering eight undergraduate schools and colleges, with more than 130 undergraduate programs, 160 master’s programs, and 108 doctoral degrees. UW-Madison has a vibrant alumni community in Thailand, reflecting the university's long-standing international connections.

The ceremony was attended by Dr. Nahathai Thewphaingarm-vice minister for the Prime Minister's Office and chairman of the Subcommittee for Human Capital Management for Transition to the EEC Model, Dr. Thitiwat Adisornphankul -deputy secretary-general to the Prime Minister and vice chairman of the Subcommittee for promoting and monitoring investment in the Eastern Economic Corridor, Dr. Tachaphol Kanjanakul- deputy secretary general, Eastern Economic Corridor Office of Thailand, Ms Frances Vavrus-dean and vice provost of the International Division, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, alongside other key representatives from both organizations.