University of Phayao and Nanhua University, Taiwan, Jointly Develop Young People through the NHU x UP Higher Education Sprout Project
The University of Phayao, together with Nanhua University in Taiwan, promotes learning and the exchange of sustainable development practices through the “NHU x UP Higher Education Sprout Project.” Nanhua University provides 2 scholarships to University of Phayao students to build their capacity and acquire knowledge that can be applied to community development.
The project focuses on learning in two areas: cultivating Thob mushrooms (earthstar mushrooms) without burning forests, to promote sustainable food production and reduce environmental impact, linked to SDG 2 and SDG 13; and learning teaching methods and developing learning materials for children and young people in remote areas, to expand access to quality education and support sustainable community development, linked to SDG 4 and SDG 11.
On 14 October 2025, the scholarship recipients met with the President of the University of Phayao to receive guidance on their preparation, with an emphasis on planning their learning and applying the knowledge gained to benefit communities in Phayao Province. This collaboration therefore serves as a mechanism to support learning about SDG practices among higher education institutions at the international level and to connect knowledge with local development, under SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals.
https://www.up.ac.th/NewsRead.aspx?itemID=35932
Workshop on “Learning Cities 2025 and Taiwan–Thailand Exchange of Experience in Promoting Learning Cities”
On 13 December 2025, the University of Phayao, together with the Phayao Provincial Administrative Organisation, Phayao Town Municipality, Chiayi County, the Ministry of Education of Taiwan, Nanhua University, and the Equitable Education Fund, organised the workshop “Learning Cities 2025 and Taiwan–Thailand Exchange of Experience in Promoting Learning Cities” to promote city-to-city collaboration on lifelong learning and sustainable development.
At the workshop, representatives from Chiayi County shared practices in sustainable rural development, environmentally friendly agriculture and fisheries, rural tourism, multicultural learning, and services for older adults. Phayao Town Municipality presented its operational plan for the Phayao Learning Park, which aims to promote learning among children and young people, support vulnerable groups and older adults, and use technology to connect learning for people of all ages.
The University of Phayao serves as a mentor on learning city development for Chiayi County and continues its academic collaboration with Nanhua University. This work reflects the international exchange of knowledge and practices, as well as coordination among government, higher education institutions, and partner networks to support sustainable development, with clear links to SDG 4 on lifelong learning and SDG 17 on partnerships for development.
https://www.up.ac.th/NewsRead.aspx?itemID=36545
IEEE Region 10 Humanitarian Technology Conference (R10HTC) 2025
Faculty members of the University of Phayao, representing Thailand, together with faculty and students from Chulalongkorn University, attended the international conference IEEE Region 10 Humanitarian Technology Conference (R10HTC) 2025 at Chiba University of Commerce, Japan, and took part in the host flag handover ceremony after Thailand was granted the right to host the IEEE R10HTC international conference in 2026.
The University of Phayao has been designated as the main host of the IEEE R10HTC 2026 international conference, working with teams from multiple disciplines within the university and the IEEE Thailand Section. The conference is scheduled for 26–28 October 2026 and aims to serve as a platform for exchanging knowledge, research, and technological ideas in support of the Sustainable Development Goals, covering medicine and health, electrical engineering, communications, computing, security, and disaster relief.
https://www.up.ac.th/NewsRead.aspx?itemID=36403
Sister City Sister School
University of Phayao Joins Forces with the Equitable Education Fund (EEF) to Develop “Learning City Managers,” Drawing on the Shanghai Learning City Model to Reach the International Level
From 14 to 17 November 2025, the University of Phayao, together with the Equitable Education Fund (EEF) and partners from Thai local government organisations and higher education institutions, conducted a study visit to Shanghai Learning City in Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, to learn approaches to promoting lifelong learning and to exchange experiences in developing learning cities at the metropolitan, district, and community levels. The University of Phayao presented its experience of working with municipalities and communities in Phayao Province and discussed collaboration on research and the organisation of international forums with Chinese partners. The knowledge gained is planned to be applied to the development of learning spaces, learner data systems, and learning provision for people of all ages. This collaboration thus represents international study and exchange of approaches to support sustainable development.
https://www.up.ac.th/NewsRead.aspx?itemID=36277
University of Phayao and Bali Tourism Polytechnic Strengthen Academic Collaboration through an MOU Meeting, Elevating Thailand–Indonesia Cooperation
The University of Phayao and Bali Tourism Polytechnic, Indonesia, discussed academic collaboration to promote the exchange of knowledge and experience between the two institutions. Planned activities include student and staff exchanges, short courses, international conferences, and joint research in tourism, hotel management, digital communication, and business innovation in Southeast Asia. This collaboration provides a foundation for comparative study of the approaches of both countries and for translating knowledge into practices that support sustainable development in education and related industries.
