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On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary School (MIdS), Chiang Mai University, led by Prof. Dr. Apichat Sophadang, Dean of MIdS CMU, participated in the signing ceremony for two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between Chiang Mai University and Yunnan Normal University, concerning the management of Master of Arts Program in Contemporary International Chinese Language Education.

The signing ceremony was held in conjunction with 18th Meeting of the Executive Committee of the Confucius Institute at Chiang Mai University at the Academic Service Center, Chiang Mai University.

The ceremony was attended by Prof. Dr. Pongruk Sribanditmongkol, President of Chiang Mai University, and Professor Hu Jinming, President of Yunnan Normal University, who delivered remarks highlighting the significance of this academic collaboration and participated in media interviews.

The MoUs were signed by the following representatives:

1. Prof. Dr. Pongruk Sribanditmongkol, President of Chiang Mai University
2. Professor Hu Jinming, President of Yunnan Normal University
3. Prof. Dr. Apichat Sopadang, Dean of Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary School , Chiang Mai University
4. Ms. Lian Chen, Director of the Confucius Institute at Chiang Mai University

The two MoUs aim to support the management and development of Contemporary International Chinese Language Education program, with the goal of producing graduates equipped with strong Chinese language proficiency, professional expertise, and the ability to apply modern teaching approaches.

The collaboration also emphasizes the integration of innovation and digital technology into Chinese language instruction to enhance teaching quality and ensure that the curriculum meets the needs of educational institutions in both Thailand and China. In addition, the program seeks to address the professional development needs of educators in the public and private sectors in both countries, particularly those wishing to strengthen their Chinese language teaching skills.

Looking ahead, the partnership aims to further develop the program into a double-degree program, creating additional academic opportunities and strengthening educational collaboration between Chiang Mai University and Yunnan Normal University.

This collaboration represents another important step in advancing international academic cooperation and promoting high-quality, innovative Chinese language education to meet the evolving needs of the education sector in Thailand and China.