On 23 September 2026, from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m., the Faculty of Economics, Chiang Mai University, in collaboration with the Thailand-Vietnam Socio Economic Panel (TVSEP), organised The 15th International Conference on Asian Economic Development (AED2026) under the theme “Navigating Shocks and Uncertainty: Development Challenges and Resilience in Asia.” The opening ceremony was presided over by Professor Pongrak Sribanditmongkol, M.D., Ph.D., President of Chiang Mai University, while Assoc. Prof. Rossarin Osathanunkul, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Economics, delivered the opening report at the Pha Suk Lifelong Learning Conference Room, Faculty of Economics, Chiang Mai University. The conference served as an international platform for the exchange of knowledge, research findings, and policy recommendations among academics, experts, researchers, and participants from Thailand and abroad. It focused on analysing the impacts of structural transformation and exploring economic mechanisms to address volatility, risks, and uncertainty affecting economic and social development across Asia. The conference brought together scholars from leading universities and institutions in Thailand and overseas, with distinguished invited speakers including Prof. Peter Warr from the Australian National University (ANU), Dr. Manh Hung Do from Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover, Dr. Akshar Saxena from Nanyang Technological University (NTU), and Prof. Qingyi Su from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS). They shared research insights and academic perspectives on key issues surrounding Asian economic development amid a rapidly changing and increasingly uncertain environment. The conference represents an important mechanism for strengthening the Faculty of Economics, Chiang Mai University, as an educational and research institution with a strong reputation in Asian economic development. It also supports the international dissemination of academic research and provides opportunities for faculty members, researchers, staff, and students to exchange knowledge and experience and build collaborative networks with international experts, paving the way for future academic and research collaboration. The conference also reflected the Faculty’s organisational values of “Commitment, Knowledge, and Sustainability” by integrating knowledge and perspectives from diverse dimensions to generate academic and policy benefits for wider society. At the same time, it provided students with opportunities to engage with global challenges in an international academic environment, supporting the development of graduates who are “Knowledgeable and Creative, Ethical, and Globally Oriented”, and prepared to learn, adapt, and respond effectively to future change.
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The 14th International Conference on Asian Economic Development (AED2025)

On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, the Faculty of Economics, Chiang Mai University, organized the 14th International Conference on Asian Economic Development (AED2025) at the Lifelong Learning for Well-being Auditorium. The opening ceremony was presided over by Associate Professor Dr. Winita Punyodom, Vice President of Chiang Mai University, with the conference report delivered by Associate Professor Dr. Rossarin Osathanunku, Dean of the Faculty of Economics.

The purpose of the conference was to provide a platform for presenting academic works and research in the field of economic development and related disciplines. It also aimed to create opportunities for faculty members, researchers, staff, students, and the general public to exchange knowledge and experiences with international experts. The main theme of this year’s conference was “New Structural Changes on Asian Economic Development.”

The event was organized through collaboration with scholars from leading universities both in Thailand and abroad and was honored by distinguished keynote speakers, including:

• Professor Souknilanh Keola, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA)
• Professor Li Yao, National University of Singapore (NUS)
• Associate Professor Dr. Nisit Panthamit, Faculty of Economics, Chiang Mai University

In the afternoon, research presentations related to Asian economic development were delivered by faculty members, students, and economists from around the world. The conference served as a significant platform for exchanging ideas, perspectives, and visions, with the goal of advancing sustainable economic development in the Asian region.

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Faculty of Economics, CMU Hosts the 13th International Conference on Asian Economic Development (AED2024)

On September 11, 2024, the Faculty of Economics, Chiang Mai University, hosted the 13th International Conference on Asian Economic Development (AED2024). The event was presided over by Assistant Professor Dr. Pairat Kanjanakaroon, Dean of the Faculty of Economics, and took place at the Happy Lifelong Learning Conference Room.

The conference served as a premier platform for presenting academic and research papers on economic development and related disciplines. It provided a valuable opportunity for faculty members, researchers, staff, students, and the general public to engage and exchange knowledge with international experts in the field. This year, the conference was driven by the central theme: “Sustainability of Asian Economy under Global Conflicts.”

This remarkable event was made possible through the collaborative efforts of scholars from leading universities, both domestically and internationally. The conference was honored by the presence of several distinguished speakers, including:

• Professor Dr. Ulrike Grote – Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover, Germany

• Dr. Manh Hung Do – Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität Hannover, Germany

• Professor Togar Simatupang – Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia

• Professor Yulan Yuan – Tunghai University, Taiwan

• Professor Tatsuro Futasuyama – Kagawa University, Japan

• Professor Jeong Hugh Han – Kyung Hee University, South Korea

• Professor Young-Jun Choi – Kyung Hee University, South Korea

During the afternoon sessions, faculty members, students, and economists from around the world presented their research related to Asian economic development. The presentations fostered dynamic discussions, creating an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas and share visions for driving sustainable economic development across the Asian region.

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