On Friday, 15 May 2026, at the Kamphol Adulavidhaya Conference Room, Kasetsart University warmly welcomed a delegation from higher education institutions and organizations of the French Republic.
The visit formed part of the “2026 Thailand–France International Collaboration: Franco-Thai Symposium on Higher Education, Research and Innovation,” held during 14–15 May 2026 in Bangkok, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation in higher education, research, and innovation between Thailand and France.
The delegation was led by Dr. Ludovic ANDRES, Attaché for Scientific and Higher Education Cooperation, Embassy of France in Thailand, and included representatives from leading French organizations and institutions such as ECAM LaSalle, CIRAD, IRD, CNRS, France Universités, the University of Montpellier, and the University of Brest, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) and the Rubber Authority of Thailand (RAOT).
On this occasion, Dr. Damrong Sripraram, Acting President of Kasetsart University, delivered a welcome address highlighting the significance of the 170th Anniversary of Thailand–France diplomatic relations, reflecting the longstanding friendship and academic cooperation between the two countries. He also emphasized Kasetsart University’s longstanding collaborations with French institutions across various fields, including agriculture, food research, medicine, engineering, and innovation, while expressing hope that the visit would lead to new academic partnerships and future collaborative opportunities.
Following the welcome remarks, Dr. Ludovic ANDRES, Attaché for Scientific and Higher Education Cooperation, Embassy of France in Thailand, delivered a response address reflecting the strong academic ties between Thailand and France. The session concluded with a token of appreciation ceremony and a group photograph with representatives from the Embassy of France in Thailand, the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), and Kasetsart University executives.
Following the welcoming session, the programme continued with the Presentation Session, during which an overview of Kasetsart University, including its relationships and collaborations with French higher education institutions, was presented by Assistant Professor Dr.rer.soc. Supapatpimol Simlee, Assistant to the President for International Affairs. The presentation reflected the shared commitment to strengthening academic and research cooperation between the two countries.
The programme also featured academic and research presentations from various faculties and institutes within the university, including a video presentation of the Institute of Food Research and Product Development (IFRPD), an introduction to the Faculty of Medicine by Assistant Professor Dr. Anamika Kritiyakan, Acting Head of the Department of Microbiology, an introduction to the Faculty of Engineering by Associate Professor Dr. Suchat Leungprasert, Vice Dean for Administration, and an introduction to the DORAS Center by Associate Professor Dr. Sopon Uraichuen, Director of the DORAS Center.
From 15:00 to 16:20 hrs., the delegation participated in concurrent site visits, including a visit to the Laboratory of Biochemistry and Technology of Natural Rubber (LBTNR) and a visit to the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, to observe the university’s research facilities, academic capabilities, and innovation infrastructure.
The visit and related activities represented another important milestone in further strengthening the longstanding partnership between Kasetsart University and French higher education institutions, fostering future collaboration in education, research, and innovation for sustainable mutual advancement.
