On 27 June 2026, Mr. Aphicha Insuwan, President of Payap University, and Assistant Professor Dr. Theeralak Satjawathee, Dean of the Interdisciplinary Studies College, participated in the 3rd China–Thailand Civilization and Culture Forum and the contemporary art exhibition "Though far apart, we are close neighbors; across mountains and seas, our friendship endures." (天涯比邻·山海有情) in Beijing, People's Republic of China. The event was organized to promote artistic and cultural exchange as well as mutual learning between Thailand and China. During the forum, Mr. Aphicha Insuwan delivered a welcoming address and extended his congratulations on the successful organization of the 3rd China–Thailand Civilization and Culture Forum. He also expressed his appreciation for the forum's important role in promoting artistic and cultural exchange, which contributes to strengthening mutual understanding and friendship between the peoples of Thailand and China. Mr. Aphicha Insuwan and Assistant Professor Dr. Theeralak Satjawathee also joined a panel discussion with distinguished Chinese artists whose works were featured in the exhibition. The discussion explored the role of art in connecting people from diverse cultural backgrounds and promoting intercultural learning through artistic expression. The event also featured a Chinese Art Exhibition, showcasing traditional Chinese paintings and Chinese calligraphy created by renowned artists. The exhibition reflected the richness of Chinese culture and artistic heritage while highlighting the profound wisdom embodied in traditional Chinese art. It also provided participants with an opportunity to appreciate the enduring value of Chinese artistic traditions and the role of art in fostering cultural appreciation between the two countries. Participation in the forum reaffirmed Payap University's commitment to expanding international collaboration and promoting intercultural dialogue through education, arts, and cultural engagement. The University remains dedicated to strengthening academic and cultural ties between Thailand and China while creating meaningful international learning opportunities for its students and academic community. 泰国博雅大学领导出席第三届中泰文明文化论坛 共促中泰艺术与文化交流 2026年6月27日，泰国西北大学（Payap University）校长 Aphicha Insuwan 跨学科研究学院院长 Assistant Professor Dr. Theeralak Satjawathee应邀出席在中国北京市举行的第三届中泰文明文化论坛暨当代艺术展**“天涯比邻·山海有情”**。本次活动旨在促进中泰两国在艺术、文化领域的交流合作，深化两国人民之间的相互学习与友好往来。 论坛期间，Aphicha Insuwan校长致欢迎辞，对第三届中泰文明文化论坛的成功举办表示热烈祝贺，并高度评价论坛在推动中泰艺术与文化交流方面发挥的重要作用，为增进两国人民之间的友谊作出了积极贡献。 此外，Aphicha Insuwan校长与Assistant Professor Dr. Theeralak Satjawathee院长还与多位参展艺术家共同参加论坛交流活动，就艺术在连接不同文化背景人群、促进跨文化学习以及通过艺术表达推动文化交流等议题进行了深入探讨。 活动期间还举办了中国艺术展，展出了中国知名艺术家的中国传统绘画和中国书法作品，充分展现了中华优秀传统文化的深厚底蕴和独特艺术魅力，也体现了中国传统艺术所蕴含的文化智慧。展览不仅为与会嘉宾提供了欣赏中华艺术精品的机会，也进一步彰显了艺术在促进中泰两国文化交流与相互欣赏方面的重要价值。 此次参加论坛，充分体现了泰国博雅大学积极推进国际合作、促进艺术与文化交流以及拓展国际伙伴关系的坚定承诺。未来，学校将继续深化与国际伙伴的交流合作，为师生创造更多国际学习、文化交流与跨文化合作的机会。