On Wednesday, 3 September 2026, the Faculty of Agriculture at Khon Kaen University warmly welcomed Prof. Sakai Kazuhito and a delegation of students from the University of the Ryukyus, Japan. The visit was led by Assoc. Prof. Darunee Jothityangkoon, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, alongside Assoc. Prof. Panupong Hongpakdee, Ph.D., Associate Dean for Research, Innovation, and International Affairs, and other faculty members.

The visit was organised under an academic cooperation framework to facilitate short-term experiential training for postgraduate exchange students from 2 to 21 September 2026. The programme also included a study tour for undergraduate students focused on agricultural practices, held from 1 to 7 September 2026.

This reception marks another significant milestone in strengthening academic relations and institutional collaboration between the Faculty of Agriculture at Khon Kaen University and the University of the Ryukyus. It also offers students an invaluable platform for cross-cultural exchange and practical learning in agricultural science, paving the way for future collaborative academic endeavours.

This exchange initiative reflects Khon Kaen University’s ongoing commitment to fostering international partnerships, advancing global academic mobility, and enhancing student development through practical, cross-border educational experiences.