On November 4, 2024, the delegation of the Department of Industrial Engineering, Hasanuddin University paid an official visit to Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand, in order to strengthen academic relations and expand cooperation opportunities in the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. This visit aims to explore the potential for collaboration in student exchange, research, and organizing international conferences involving the Halal Center of Chulalongkorn University.
The visit was attended by the leadership of the university and a number of lecturers and representatives from the relevant faculties. During the meeting, both parties discussed various opportunities that could be explored together, especially in the fields of education, research, and scientific development related to the halal industry that was developing rapidly in the Asian region.
Student exchange
One of the main points discussed is the opportunity for student exchange between the two universities. This program will allow students from both parties to learn from each other and interact in the international academic environment, enrich insight, and improve global competence. The hope, this exchange program can strengthen relations between Indonesia and Thailand, as well as open more opportunities for students to get valuable international experience.
Joint research
In addition, in the discussion session, the two universities also agreed to initiate a joint research program that focused on various topics, including sustainability, technology, and of course the development of the halal industry. Chulalongkorn University, through their halal center, has a very good reputation in research related to halal certification, halal product innovation, and the development of a overall halal ecosystem. Cooperation in the field of research is expected to produce findings that are beneficial for the community and the global industry.
International Conference
The visit also opened up opportunities to hold an international conference that discussed the latest issues related to the halal industry, both from an academic, economic, and social perspective. With the Halal Center in Chulalongkorn University, this conference can be a platform for academics, practitioners and industries to share knowledge and expand the network in facing global challenges related to halal products.
In the future, this collaboration is expected to be a strong foundation to establish more collaboration between universities, research institutions, and industry, not only in Thailand and Indonesia, but also at the global level. This visit is a significant first step towards increasing international cooperation in order to support the development of science, technology, and culture.
