On 16 - 17 May 2026, the Royal Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, in collaboration with the Thai Students Association in Malaysia (TSAM), organised the “Training and Routing for International Career 2026 (TRIC 2026)” at the Embassy and Oakwood Hotel and Residence, Kuala Lumpur. The event was well attended by over 100 Thai students across Malaysia.

 

On 16 May 2026, H.E. Ms. Lada Phumas, Ambassador of Thailand to Malaysia, presided over the Opening Ceremony of the TRIC 2026 at the Embassy’s Rajapruek - Bunga Raya Hall. In her opening address, the Ambassador encouraged Thai students who are about to graduate and enter the workforce, while reaffirming the Embassy’s commitment to the TRIC Project, which has built upon the success of the 2025 edition featuring a course on digital media production for promoting products from local communities, into this year’s edition focusing on “Enhancing English Communication Skills through Artificial Intelligence (AI)” recognised as another important tool for communication in the digital era to strengthen self-development and create new career opportunities.

 

On this occasion, the Ambassador also introduced and screened a video clip promoting Thailand’s multicultural society under the theme “Thailand as a Muslim-Friendly Destination,” produced by Thai students from Prince of Songkla University, Hat Yai Campus, which received the first prize in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ video clip competition on promoting Thailand’s multicultural society. The video reflected the potential of Thai youth in utilising digital media and creative communication to present Thailand’s image to the international community in a contemporary manner.

 

In closing, the Ambassador underscored the importance of using AI wisely and responsibly, alongside continuous self-development, including effective time management and well-considered future planning, in preparation for the modern workforce, while encouraging the students to apply the knowledge and experience gained to contribute to sustainable development of their communities and hometowns, particularly in Thailand’s Southern Border Provinces.

 

The Ambassador also encouraged Thai students to fully utilise the “Thai Students Centre in Malaysia,” which serves as a platform for providing close consultation and support on educational and living matters abroad, as well as offering articles and informative content for students to continuously study and pursue.

 

Following the Opening Ceremony, Thai students were given a site visit to the Embassy’s premise and learned about its history and mission in safeguarding the interest of Thai people, including the welfare of Thai students in Malaysia. The event was held in a warm and cordial atmosphere, which has greatly impressed the participants.