Over 50 Thai executives from top private and public organizations visited Hangzhou for three days as part of their program at the King Prajadhipok’s Institute (KPI), an academic institute established under the supervision of Thailand's National Assembly.
On 27th March (Wednesday), Hangzhoufeel journalists spent a day with the Thai guests to learn about their backgrounds and the motivation behind their visit to Hangzhou.
All the visitors, despite being highly experienced professionals and entrepreneurs, attend a 9-month program on Public Economic and Management for Executives at KPI. Visiting a foreign country to learn about its current development is a necessary component of the program's curriculum. While previous batches tended to choose countries like Singapore, Japan, or Western nations, China has recently garnered interest.
The primary purpose of their visit to Hangzhou was to explore China's achievements in e-commerce and technology and, of course, to experience Hangzhou's culture. The knowledge they gain will be utilized to improve the business and social environment back in Thailand.
The Wednesday tour included visits to the Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City exhibition hall, the Alibaba Xixi campus, and Yowant, a digital marketing service provider. According to the Thai visitors, they gained new insights into China through their experiences in Hangzhou.
The Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City
“Hangzhou is a technological city, it reminds me of Silicon Valley. As a visitor from a Thai tech company, I was captivated by drones, solar-powered devices and impressive urban planning. The cityscape, blending nature with architecture, was stunning,” shared Surachet Suchaiya, a managing director from C.A.T Infonet Corporation, impressed by the study visit at the Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City exhibition hall.
Additionally, both Mr. Suchaiya and Mr. Duangjinda mentioned that they were impressed by how Hangzhou seamlessly blends digital life with nature. This harmony was particularly evident in the Hangzhou Future Sci-tech City, where the landscape flourished with numerous cherry blossoms.
Alibaba
The tour of Alibaba lasted for about an hour, covering the company's history, products, and mission. Throughout the study visit, three women remained at the forefront, attentively absorbing the information presented. Among them was Matana Mektrong, a managing director for Thai Electromotive., LTD, who later shared that she was impressed by the spirit of the company. Later she vigorously mentioned: “I was inspired by Alibaba's vision and mission. They focus on continual learning and development and aim to benefit everyone involved including the society and environment. I think I learned a lot for my business.”
Yowant
At Yowant, the visitors explored the complex and prosperous world of live-streaming and online sales in China, an industry that is still growing in Thailand. Ms. Shuanglin Rao, a student of the Class 19 at KPI from China, told journalists: “During today’s discussion over lunch, we discussed that live streaming seems simple – just set up a tripod and light. It might have been that straightforward five ago, but it is more complex now. Within our group, executives and local leaders are seeking new ways to boost agricultural economic development in their regions and live-streaming must be the right thing to learn.”
In the conclusion of the tour, Professor Praipol Koomsup, the Chairperson of the Committee of Graduate Diploma in Management of Public Economic Program at KPI and also the head of the delegation, offered his perspective on the relationship between Thailand and China:
“Thailand and China has had a very good relationship, both politically, diplomatically and economically for a number of years. Since China began opening up its economy 30 to 40 years ago, our relationship has flourished, with increasing trade between our nations. Thailand imports a variety of manufactured goods from China, including electrical and mechanical appliances, and has recently seen a rise in imports of electric vehicles. Likewise, China imports agricultural products from Thailand, notably durian and other fruits. Despite China's faster economic growth, our cooperative relationship serves as a model for Thailand and other developing countries aiming for economic development.”
The visit by Thai representatives from the King Prajadhipok’s Institute has highlighted not only the city's natural and cultural beauty but also its progressive advancements in modern technologies, which attract more visitors these days. Hopefully, this trend will continue to grow in the coming years, positioning Hangzhou as an inclusive hub for international exchange.
Journalist & editor: Daria Fominykh
Senior editor: Zhou Ji
Source: Hangzhoufeel
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