On September 23, 2025, the summer exchange delegation from Guangxi University's China-ASEAN School of Economics to Chiang Mai University attended the National Day gala celebrating the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China at Shangri-La Chiang Mai (Chiang Mai Shangri-La Hotel). The event was attended by prominent overseas Chinese leaders and chamber of commerce representatives from Chiang Mai, representatives of Chinese-funded institutions, and international students.

Group photo with the President of Chiang Mai University along with representatives of the exchange delegation

Ms Wei Lixia from China-ASEAN School of Economics at Guangxi University led the delegation to collect souvenirs upon entry. The banquet commenced with a splendid dragon dance performance, creating a festive and vibrant atmosphere. The gala ended with a patriotic song "Me and My Motherland" by the choir, expressing love for the motherland and best wishes through music.

Dragon Dance

During the banquet, the exchange delegation actively engaged in face-to-face exchanges with the Chinese and Thai business representatives. The teachers and students had lively discussions with the entrepreneurs on topics such as Sino-Thai economic and trade cooperation and the situation of international students. Consul General Chen warmly welcomed the faculty and students, and encouraged them to further deepen academic and cultural exchanges between China and Thailand.

Teachers and students take a photo with Consul Chen Haiping

The National Day gala not only celebrated the 76th anniversary of the People's Republic of China with overseas Chinese communities, but also provided Guangxi University's School of Economics faculty and students with a valuable opportunity to gain deeper insights into the overseas Chinese community, experience Chinese culture, and engage in international exchanges. Through face-to-face interactions with Chiang Mai University leaders, department representatives, and Sino-Thai entrepreneurs, the students developed a more intuitive understanding of Sino-Thai economic cooperation and regional development, injecting new momentum into their future academic research and career development. More cultural and academic exchange activities in the future will be organized to promote long-term collaboration and interaction between Chinese and Thai universities and local enterprises.

Written by Chen Huanran, Yang Yue, Jiang Shujing

Translated by AI

Proof Read by Yu Na, Chen Yanyang

Edited by Gan Ziying

Reviewed by Gong Zheng