Students from the EE362 Contemporary Issues in ASEAN Countries class recently had the opportunity to visit and gain insights from various institutions and professionals in Singapore as part of the Study and Experience Exchange Program between Thai and ASEAN students.
On July 4, 2024, the Royal Thai Embassy in Singapore welcomed a group of 42 students from the Bachelor of Economics (B.E.) International Program, Thammasat University Together with their professors, Asst. Prof. Dr. Chayanee Chawanote, Asst. Prof. Dr. Anin Aroonruengsawat, and Asst. Prof. Dr. Nessara Sukpanich.
During the visit, Mrs. Chonlatee Chanrachakul, the Deputy Chief of Mission, greeted the students and provided an insightful overview of Thailand-Singapore’s multi-faceted relations. The students attended briefings on various critical topics:
– Economic and investment relations by Ms. Panalee Choosri, Counsellor
– Trade and market opportunities by Mrs. Natama Koonpol, Minister Counsellor (Commercial)
– Singapore’s labor policy and market by Mr. Wutthisak Pathomsart, Minister and Counsellor (Labour)
On behalf of the BE Program, we express our gratitude to the Royal Thai Embassy in Singapore for organizing this remarkable visit and to all the professionals who shared their knowledge. This experience has been truly valuable for the BE students, who can now apply this knowledge to their classroom learning and beyond.