On Friday, March 22nd, 2024, at 01.30 p.m., Kamphol Adulavidhaya Conference Room, 2nd floor of the Kasetsart Golden Jubilee Administration and Information Center Building, Kasetsart University Bangkhen Campus, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chamaipak Maiklad, Assistant to the President for International Affairs, along with administrators and lecturers, namely Asst. Prof. Dr.rer.Soc Supapatpimol Simlee, Assistant to the President for International Affairs; Asst. Prof. Dr.  Patamaporn Sripadungtham, Deputy Dean for International Affairs, Faculty of Engineering; Dr. Somchoke Ruengittinun, Head of Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Worasait Suwannik, Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wanrat Abdullakasim, Deputy Dean for International Affairs, Faculty of Engineering at Kamphaeng Saen; Dr. Weerachaya Jarupreechachan, Department of Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering at Kamphaeng Saen; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weekit Sirisaksoontorn, Assistant Dean for Planning, Faculty of Science; Asst. Prof. Dr. Paitoon Chetthamrongchai, Department of Marketing, Faculty of Business Administration; and representatives of the International Affairs Division, welcomed and discussed collaboration with administrators from Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) and Taiwanese industrial delegation on the occasion of visiting Kasetsart University, namely

1. Department of Investment Promotion (DOIP), Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA)

2. Invest Taiwan

3. Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand

4. Taiwan Trade Center, Bangkok

5. Taiwan External Trade Development Council

6. Chung-Jua Institution for Economic Research

7. Delta Electronics, Inc. and Delta Electronics (Thailand) PCL.

8. Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)

9. Shianglong International LTD

10. Taiwan Hon Chuan Enterprise Co., Ltd.

11. SUNCUE CO. LTD

TRITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council) is a non-profit trade promotion organization based in Taiwan, with its office in Thailand known as the Taiwan Trade Center Bangkok. Supported by the government, industry associations, and commercial organizations, TRITRA's primary goal is to bolster the competitiveness of Taiwanese businesses and manufacturers; and assist when encountering challenges in foreign markets. During this visit, administrators and entrepreneurs from TRITRA aimed to exchange information regarding KU's successful educational practices and explore opportunities for KU graduates to enter the workforce in Taiwanese companies.

Director Emilie M. P. Chang and Executive Officer Pei-Chi Lai from MOEA, leading the TRITRA and Taiwanese delegation on this visit, expressed their delight at the warm welcome. Subsequently, the delegation outlined the benefits of working in Taiwan and elaborated on the initial procedures, ranging from work permits and visa applications to applicant selection. Later, both parties engaged in discussions and Q&A sessions. The delegation sought insights into research and innovation institutions at Kasetsart University, particularly regarding using Smart AI in work processes and the university's job fair initiatives. Conversely, KU posed questions about the duration of internship programs in Taiwan. Concluding the discussion, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chamaipak Maiklad presented souvenirs of appreciation to Director Emilie M. P. Chang and Executive Officer Pei-Chi Lai and took group photos with all participants.