On 29 December 2025, Tayud Mongkolrat, Senior Editor of the Thailand Foundation, was invited as a guest speaker at Mahidol University International College’s orientation program for incoming international students of Semester 2/2025–2026, on the topic “Understanding Thai People and Thai Values”. The session explored key social values and ways of thinking that shape Thai cultural norms, providing participants with frameworks to building meaningful friendships and creating memorable experiences during their stay. The event was attended by nearly 200 international students from around the world.

Thailand Foundation strives to promote people-to-people connections through cultural dialogue and academic engagement. We are proud to work closely with academic partners such as Mahidol University, supporting lectures, talks, and educational initiatives that bring cultures closer together.