BANGKOK, January 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Chulalongkorn University, Chiang Mai University and Mahidol University held their first joint meeting of university councils and senior management and signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on academic collaboration between the three institutions on January 17, 2026, at NSP Rice Grain Auditorium, Science and Technology Park, Chiang Mai University. The aim was to integrate the strengths of the country’s three leading universities, elevate Thailand’s higher education system and strengthen international competitiveness.
This collaboration is motivated by the MC² conceptwhich represents the integration of the strengths of Mahidol (M), Chula (C) and Chiang Mai University (CMU). By combining the expertise and distinctive strengths of each institution, the partnership aims to create a multiplied collective force to develop human capital, research and innovation that meet the future needs of the nation.
The joint meeting of the three university councils began with remarks by Professor Dr. Surakiart Sathirathai, Chairman of the Chulalongkorn University Council and the Chiang Mai University Council, who outlined the objectives and expressed congratulations for the collaboration. This was followed by congratulatory remarks from Clinical Professor Emeritus Dr. Piyasakol Sakolsatayadorn, Chairman of Mahidol University Council.
On this occasion, Professor Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University; Professor Dr Pongruk Sribanditmongkol, President of Chiang Mai University; and Prof. Dr. Piyamitr Sritara, President, Mahidol University, presented the policies and missions of their universities, as well as joint initiatives to be undertaken.
The three presidents then jointly signed the memorandum of understanding on academic collaboration, received recommendations from university council members and exchanged views. The event concluded with an exchange of commemorative gifts between the presidents of Chulalongkorn University, Chiang Mai University and Mahidol University, followed by a group photo.
This collaboration between the three leading universities marks a significant milestone in the advancement of Thai higher education. Through strategic cooperation and powerful three-way synergy, the alliance aims to develop human potential across all age groups, boost research, innovation and startups, address social and environmental challenges, and foster ethics, integrity, honesty and transparency in a sustainable manner.
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About Chulalongkorn University
Chulalongkorn University is among the top 50 universities in the world in terms of employment outcomes, reflecting both the high employment rate and work capacity of Chula graduates. The university is also ranked among the best in Thailand for the 15th consecutive year (since 2009), according to the new QS World University Rankings 2024, placing Chula 211th in the world, up from 244th last year.
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