The university strengthens strategic partnerships with the financial and business sectors to foster community financial accessibility and regional economic growth.
Khon Kaen University, led by Associate Professor Charnchai Panthongviriyakul, M.D., President of Khon Kaen University, demonstrated its commitment to public-private collaboration by participating in the official opening ceremonies of new bank branches at the Central Khon Kaen Campus shopping centre on 20 May 2026. This expansion marks a significant milestone in improving access to financial services for residents of Khon Kaen Province and the broader Northeast region.
From 11:00 to 12:00 hrs, Associate Professor Panthongviriyakul presided over the grand opening and expressed his congratulations to Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited on the launch of its new “Central Khon Kaen Campus” branch, located on the first floor of the shopping centre. The event was warmly attended by bank executives, staff, and distinguished guests from various sectors.
Simultaneously, Professor Thidarut Boonmars, D.V.M., Ph.D., Vice President for Enterprise and Societal Sustainability, represented the university at the opening ceremony of the Krungthai Bank Public Company Limited, Central Khon Kaen Campus branch. The ceremony was honoured by the presence of Mr. Kajornkiet Rakpanichmanee, Governor of Khon Kaen Province, who presided over the event, alongside executives from Krungthai Bank, government officials, private sector representatives, and numerous esteemed guests.
The university’s participation in these events reflects the pivotal role of Khon Kaen University as a leading higher education institution in the Northeast, dedicated to its core mission of “Social Contribution”. By forging strong networks with the public, private, and civil society sectors, KKU continues to drive grassroots economic development, create equal opportunities for high-quality services, and sustainably enhance the quality of life for people across the region.
Furthermore, the expansion of these financial services highlights the development of local economic infrastructure. It bridges investment opportunities, fosters business operations, and ensures comprehensive financial inclusion, all of which are essential factors in bolstering community economies and driving future urban development.
These collaborative efforts align closely with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Specifically, they support SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by promoting local economies and comprehensive financial opportunities; SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by enhancing modern financial infrastructure to support urban and regional expansion; and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), which exemplifies the collective power of the university, government, and private sector in driving stable, balanced, and sustainable regional socio-economic development.
