Khon Kaen University – International College (KKUIC) proudly participated in the Lower Mekong Region Sustainable Development Stakeholders’ Meeting and Discussion, reaffirming its commitment to fostering international collaboration and sustainability leadership.
Led by Ms. Rapeepan Phittayadilok, Assistant Dean for Planning and Organizational Excellence, Dr. Tu Anh Nguyen Thi, International Development Program Committee and KKUIC student representative, the delegation actively engaged with experts and stakeholders from across the region. Through its collaboration with the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) and its ongoing MoU with Can Tho University, KKUIC strengthened its efforts to align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework.
Highlights of KKUIC’s Engagement
Youth-Led Initiatives and Exhibitions: Students from the International Affairs Program showcased innovative, youth-driven climate projects under initiatives like CoRe, Y-CoRe, and Climate Skills, offering creative solutions to climate change adaptation.
Knowledge Exchange and Expert Panels: International experts from Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, and the UK led discussions on pressing issues like greenhouse gas reduction, water security, sustainable livelihoods, and gender inclusiveness.
Youth-Centred Networking: The establishment of the Youth-Centred UK-Mekong Actions for Sustainability network encouraged collaboration and joint actions among regional stakeholders.
Case Study Presentations and Dialogues: Real-world case studies on transboundary development challenges provided valuable insights for participants.
