Asst. Prof. Sirisak Laochankham, Dean of the College of Local Administration Khon Kaen University said that organizing this activity aims to make Khon Kaen University a driving force for new development or New Isan, aiming for the university to work through a network mechanism in cooperation with both regional and local governments, the private sector, civil society and Volunteer and the public sector
“The organization of this special lecture event has important goals. First, to create a space to connect and expand ideas between academic departments. National policymakers Practitioner sector This will lead to the creation of policy alliances. Second, to create communication and exchange. which will bring understanding Sharing the vision and practices that are in the appropriate direction. Third, to announce the intention of Khon Kaen University to develop the Isan region. The founding philosophy is To be a refuge for the Isaan people It is a source of problems in the Northeast and a node of development at the sub-regional level. at the ASEAN level and international level”
“Lastly, To create a business matching partnership between the university and the government sector in working together. It can be seen that today There is a dean/administrator. Academics from Khon Kaen University and universities in the northeast Governors of many provinces in the northeastern region Heads of government agencies and the private sector can get to know each other and work together in the future.”
Assoc. Prof. Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., The president of Khon Kaen University said that the issue of New Isan has led to an important strategy of the university. We think that at present the word New Isan arises from two factors. Factor 1. The country’s logistics system has changed. Makes the Isaan region connected to countries in the Mekong Basin. Factor 2. Economic, social, and international politics. At present, the situation has changed from the past when Isan was a bottomless economy. Until now, it has become a pocket economy. There is border trade. Levels of tens of billions, therefore, the Northeastern region has the opportunity to change and grow in connection with the growth of neighboring countries.
“For the role of Khon Kaen University in the New Isan issue, there are at least three topics: 1. Educational management. 2. Health service system 3. Arts and culture Therefore, the new strategy of Khon Kaen University emphasizes the importance of the university’s role. to the development of the region and linking it to countries in the Mekong Basin.”
For a special lecture on the topic The Grassroots Economy and Driving the New Isan: Mobilizing New Isan for the Future of Thailand on the occasion of the 60th-anniversary celebration of Khon Kaen University, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. Has specified changes in Buriram Province. In the past, it was a small province until it developed and grew to have a circular economy. Especially during the period when the province has activities. that can draw many tourists into the province One of the points is that
“When there is a MotoGP race or a marathon, from Korat to Surin provinces the hotels are really packed. There is economic circulation, trade, food, clothing, and various local products can be sold. Small events have a turnover of more than 400-500 million baht, while a large event like MotoGP has a turnover of up to 3,000 – 4,000 million baht, therefore Making a city a center in this way depends on motivation or true intention. Motivate How to get people to come and carry out activities according to the interests of tourists in the province Nowadays, people who go to Buriram are able to travel, play football, buy things in shops, and race cars. Many things happened It all comes from this model.”
For Khon Kaen, there are many basics such as the International Convention Center. which Buriram doesn’t have yet Therefore, we must consider that How do you get people to come here? Can connect to other provinces as well, including Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Kalasin, and Nakhon Phanom. Can travel culturally, work at the same time, and create a business at the same time. Especially businesses related to the products of the Northeastern region. It can be seen that Khon Kaen already has the basics, so I think we can prosper. By including technology Academic matters A matter of knowledge Folk stories matter of culture Everything we can bring forward,” said the Deputy Prime Minister.
After the speech, the Vice President of the Khon Kaen University Council expressed his gratitude. Ready to give souvenirs
Thank you for the news: Rawiporn Saisaenthong and the picture: Watanyu Chuamthaisong.