On June 17, 2025, representatives from the Faculty of Engineering, Mahidol University, led by Assistant Professor Dr. Pattaraporn Posoknistakul, Deputy Dean for International Relations and Corporate Communication, and Assistant Professor Dr. Weerawut Chaiwat of the Department of Chemical Engineering, attended the 10th Anniversary Celebration of the UCD Asia Pacific Global Centre.

The event was held at the Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel to commemorate a decade of successful academic partnerships between University College Dublin (UCD) and institutions across the Asia-Pacific region, including Thailand.

The event was graced by His Excellency Pat Bourne, Ambassador of Ireland to Thailand, along with a senior delegation from UCD led by Professor Dolores O’Riordan, Vice-President for Global Engagement. The gathering provided a platform for academic partners, alumni, and distinguished guests from various Thai institutions, including Mahidol University, to exchange insights, experiences, and to foster future collaborations.

Mahidol Engineering’s participation in this prestigious event highlights its ongoing commitment to building international partnerships, particularly in areas of joint curriculum development and research cooperation with world-class universities. This strategic engagement plays a vital role in enhancing the faculty’s academic excellence and global presence.

The evening also offered valuable networking opportunities in a warm and welcoming atmosphere, paving the way for new academic collaborations that promise to benefit students, researchers, and academic communities in both Thailand and the broader Asia-Pacific region.