On 15 February 2023, the Department of International Economic Affairs and the Faculty of Political Science and Public Administration, Chiang Mai University co-organized BIMSTEC on Tour x POL – SCI CMU. Mr. Racha Aribarg, Director of Economic Relations and Cooperation Division, Department of International Economic Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Associate Professor Dr. Pailin Phujeenaphan, Dean of Faculty of Political Science and Public Administration, Chiang Mai University jointly presided over the event.

This event aimed to raise awareness about BIMSTEC and Thailand’s leading role as the current Chair of BIMSTEC. The event covered a wide range of activities, including quiz, debate competition and cultural performance from the Lanna folk club, as well as an exhibition on the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment of BIMSTEC. Attended by more than 800 students from various provinces of Thailand, the event provided a good opportunity for academics to learn more and exchange their views on BIMSTEC.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues to raise public awareness and engagement on BIMSTEC during Thailand’s Chairmanship.