Business Delegation for Education Services in Indonesia 2026 Opens, Strengthening Thailand–Indonesia Education Cooperation

Jakarta, August 18th 2026 — Thai Trade Center, under the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce of Thailand, officially opened Business Delegation for Education Services in Indonesia 2026 at The Westin Jakarta on Tuesday (18/8). The exhibition takes place from 18–20 August 2026 and brings together 15 leading universities and educational institutions from Thailand.

The event was officially opened by the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Indonesia, H.E. Mr. Prapan Disyatat, accompanied by Mrs. Hataichanok Sivara, Director of the Thai Trade Center Jakarta; and Mrs. Nassaree Pathan, Deputy Director of the Thai Trade Center Jakarta.

 The event presents a strategic opportunity for Indonesia and Thailand to build closer partnerships through educational collaboration, student exchanges, and stronger institutional partnerships. This opportunity is supported by growing interest among Indonesians in international education and overseas study experiences, as well as Indonesia’s large working-age population and expanding middle class. The exhibition serves as a platform that brings together educational institutions, education agents, students, parents, and other stakeholders within a single ecosystem. It aims to foster meaningful partnerships, provide access to credible information, and broaden access to international education opportunities.

Director of the Thai Trade Center Jakarta, Mrs. Hataichanok Sivara, said, “Business Delegation for Education Services in Indonesia 2026 marks our third B2B engagement in Indonesia and, for the first time, brings a standalone Thai education exhibition to the country. This programme serves as a platform to connect educational institutions, education agents, and prospective students, while opening up more opportunities for collaboration and academic exchange between the two countries. We hope this initiative will expand access to quality education, encourage the development of sustainable partnerships, and further strengthen people-to-people relations between Thailand and Indonesia through education.”

Many Indonesian students choose to pursue higher education in Thailand due to its relatively affordable living costs and tuition fees, universities with internationally recognised programmes, and wide-ranging scholarship opportunities. In addition, Thailand’s relatively close proximity to Indonesia and the cultural similarities between the two countries can make the adjustment process easier for Indonesian students.

The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to Indonesia, H.E. Mr. Prapan Disyatat, also expressed his enthusiasm for the exhibition, saying, “Thailand and Indonesia share a close friendship that has developed over several decades. Through the Business Delegation for Education Services in Indonesia 2026, we hope to encourage greater collaboration between educational institutions in Thailand and Indonesia, while providing more opportunities for Indonesian students to access quality education in Thailand. We believe that stronger educational cooperation will deliver long-term benefits for the people of both countries and further reinforce the bilateral relationship between Thailand and Indonesia.”

A total of 15 universities and educational institutions from Thailand will participate in the event:

1. Asian Institute of Hospitality Management (AIHM) – Hospitality Management, Hotel Operations, Tourism Education, and Industry-Based Learning.
2. Asia-Pacific International University – International Education, Multicultural Learning Environment, Business, and Health Sciences.
3. Bangkok University (BU) – Business, Entrepreneurship, Communication Arts, Creative Industries, and Innovation.
4. Dhurakij Pundit University (DPU) – Business Management, Digital Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Technology.
5. Hatyai University – Business Administration, Education, Health Sciences, and Community Development.
6. King Mongkut’s University of Technology North Bangkok (KMUTNB) – Engineering, Technology, Applied Sciences, and Industrial Innovation.
7. King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) – Engineering, Science, Technology, Sustainability, and Innovation.
8. Mahanakorn University of Technology – Engineering, Information Technology, Applied Sciences, and Industry-Oriented Education.
9. North Bangkok University – Business, Technology, Media, Education, and Health Sciences.
10. North-Chiang Mai University – Community Engagement, Sustainable Development, Business, and Social Sciences.
11. Prince of Songkla University (PSU) – Comprehensive Research University, Health Sciences, Engineering, Sustainability, and Innovation.
12. Siam Business Administration Technological College (SBAC) – Vocational Education, Digital Technology, Tourism and Hospitality, and Business Administration.
13. Siam University – Multidisciplinary Education, Sustainability, Business, Engineering, and International Programs.
14. Southeast Bangkok University (SBU) – Business Administration, Logistics and Supply Chain, Technology, and Applied Sciences.
15. University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce (UTCC) – Business Education, Entrepreneurship, Economics, and International Business.

Business Delegation for Education Services in Indonesia 2026 will take place from 18–20 August 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. WIB (Western Indonesia Time). The Business Matching session on 18 August is intended for universities, study-abroad agents, education consultants, educational institutions, and other parties interested in establishing partnerships with universities from Thailand.

The Education Expo on 19 August will be open to the public and free of charge. Visitors may register directly at the venue and are welcome to attend with friends and family to learn more about study opportunities in Thailand.

The University Visit on 20 August will include visits by Thai delegates to Prasetiya Mulya University (Prasmul) and Universitas Pelita Harapan (UPH), providing participating Thai universities with insights into Indonesia’s higher education landscape, including educational technology, learning facilities, teaching practices, and industry collaboration, while exploring opportunities for future academic and institutional partnerships.

For more information, visit the official Instagram account: @thaitradecenter_jkt.

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