Former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva Delivers Keynote and Joins “World Peace Talk” at Chula-AUN Summer Camp 2025 Hosted by Chulalongkorn University

3 July 2025

On June 30, 2025, Mr. Abhisit Vejjajiva, former Prime Minister of Thailand and Advisor to the World Peace Working Group (Thailand), along with his team, graciously delivered a keynote address and participated in a special session titled “World Peace Talk” as part of the Chula-AUN Summer Camp 2025. The session was held at the Chaloem Rajakumari 60 Building, Chulalongkorn University, and was warmly welcomed by Associate Professor Dr. Palanee Ammaranond, Vice President for International Affairs and Global Network, Assistant Professor Dr. Tewarit Sarachana, Assistant to the President, along with university staff and students.

In his address, Mr. Abhisit shared his valuable insights and reflections on the importance of peace and the approaches to maintaining it in an era of rapid global change. He emphasized the critical role of youth and university students in fostering sustainable peace and driving positive societal transformation. Chulalongkorn students and student delegates from 25 universities across ASEAN actively engaged in a dynamic exchange of ideas on peacebuilding challenges, leadership, global citizenship, and the contributions of youth in shaping a better future. The session left a lasting impression and inspired students from Thailand and across the ASEAN region.

The Chula-AUN Summer Camp 2025 is organized from June 21 to July 4, 2025, in both Bangkok and Ko Sichang, Chonburi Province. The camp supports Chulalongkorn University’s “International Growth” strategy and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is coordinated by the Office of International Affairs and Global Network in collaboration with the Aquatic Resources Research Institute, and the Office of Art and Culture. The camp aims to raise awareness of SDGs, promote multicultural understanding and global citizenship, and encourage cultural exchange between Thai and international students from ASEAN University Network (AUN) member institutions. Through field-based learning, group activities, and knowledge sharing by Chula faculty, researchers, and international experts, the program fosters meaningful cross-cultural dialogue and leadership development.