To advance the construction of first-class disciplines, enhance the level of international education, and cultivate high-quality talents with a global perspective, the  School has officially launched a student summer exchange program in collaboration with Chiang Mai University in Thailand. This initiative represents a significant step in the school’s comprehensive efforts to promote international talent cultivation, marking a solid stride forward in its internationalization education.

The School attached great importance to the preparation of this exchange program, incorporating it into the annual key tasks. Three dedicated meetings were held to coordinate arrangements, with multidimensional supports and safeguards strengthened. The school provided each student with a 50% subsidy on tuition and accommodation fees, assigned full-time faculty to assist with visa applications and pre-departure procedures, and established detailed implementation rules. These guidelines clearly defined safety protocols, disciplinary requirements, and leave approval procedures to ensure the program’s standardized and orderly operation. Such measures fully demonstrate the school’s strong commitment to cultivating international talent and its deep care for students’ development.

Study Tour Group Departure Group Photo

Study Tour Group Arrives in Chiang Mai

On July 7th, the opening ceremony of the program was grandly held at Chiang Mai University’s Science and Technology Park campus. The event was attended by 35 exchange students from the China-ASEAN School of Economics, and Mr. Sheng Lyu, Commercial Consul of the Chinese Consulate General in Chiang Mai, and Mr. Xiongying Li, Vice Dean of Chiang Mai University’s College of Digital Innovation and Technology (CAMT). The ceremony was simultaneously hosted online by Deputy Party Secretary Mengjuan Liu of the China-ASEAN School of Economics. Dean Guanghui Li delivered a speech, while Vice Deans Chunzhi Tan and Zheng Gong, along with faculty advisors, participated virtually.

Opening Ceremony (Thailand Venue)

Opening Ceremony (China Venue)

Chiang Mai University representative and Vice Dean of College of Digital Innovation and Technology Xiongying Li warmly welcomed the visiting delegation in his speech. He stated that Chiang Mai University had carefully designed three compulsory courses and Thai cultural practice classes for this program, combining classroom learning with field research to help students gain an in-depth understanding of Thailand’s economy and culture. He expressed his hope that through this dual academic and cultural experience, the visiting students would become bridges for China-Thailand exchanges.

In his address, Dean Guanghui Li of the School expressed sincere gratitude to the Chinese and Thai faculty and students who meticulously prepared the program. He emphasized that selecting outstanding students to participate in this program represents a crucial practice in the school’s mission to cultivate globally competent economic talents. Noting Chiang Mai University’s distinguished academic reputation and profound expertise in China-ASEAN studies, Dean Li encouraged students to "devote themselves to academic excellence, enhance professional competencies, immerse in cultural experiences, maintain self-discipline, and exemplify the spirit of Chinese youth and Guangxi scholars." He urged them to become dynamic bridges reinforcing the "China-Thailand kinship".

Speech by Dean Guanghui Li

Currently, the visiting students have commenced their three-month study program at Chiang Mai University, engaging in a diverse curriculum that includes specialized courses such as Cross-border E-commerce, China-ASEAN International Trade & Investment, along with Thai language studies and cross-cultural exchange activities. The students are actively participating in classroom discussions and field research, while fostering in-depth interactions with Chiang Mai University’s faculty and students. This immersive experience allows them to fully appreciate Thailand's distinctive academic environment and cultural characteristics.

Specialized Course Study

Traditional Herb Sachet-Making Workshop

Group Photo

The successful implementation of this exchange program demonstrates the steadfast strides made by the School in advancing its internationalization agenda. As a key pillar in the development of first-class disciplines, the School has consistently deepened pragmatic cooperation with ASEAN universities, innovated talent cultivation models, and expanded research collaboration domains. Moving forward, the School will continue to leverage its disciplinary strengths and deepen global partnerships, providing intellectual support and talent development to serve the building of a China-ASEAN community with a shared future.

Translated by Zhenyi Yang

Written by Defu Xie、Yeqiu Li

Edited by Ziying Gan

Reviewed by Zheng Gong