In a display of international interdisciplinary collaboration and academic excellence, the 10th UEC Seminar 2023, was held on Saturday 9 September 2023 at Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, in the vibrant city of Bangkok, Thailand.

Hosted by the University of Electro-Communications (UEC), the Seminar included the participation of distinguished researchers, industry leaders, and government officials from across the ASEAN region.

Established in 2015 by the UEC ASEAN Research and Education Center (UAREC), the UEC Seminar in ASEAN has evolved into a prestigious annual gathering. Now, celebrating its 10th year, this year's seminar adopted a hybrid format, enabling participants to engage both in-person and virtually.

The inaugural session featured insightful opening remarks from Vice President Bundit Pungnirund of Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, President Shunichi Tano of UEC, and Professor Cong-Kha Pham, Director of UAREC. The Embassy of Japan in Vietnam also contributed with valuable perspectives, and partner universities and research institutions from ASEAN delivered highly informative guest speeches.

The seminar provided a platform for UEC to showcase its pioneering research initiatives and international education programs to foster collaborative ties with universities across the ASEAN region. Distinguished organizations such as the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Japan International Cooperation Agency, National Institute of Information and Communications Technology, and Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Technology Research Institute unveiled their activities within the ASEAN sphere.

A special segment shed light on UEC's fruitful collaborations with industries in Thailand, complemented by greetings from the Meguro-kai, the university's alumni association, elaborating on their diverse activities. The seminar was concluded with a speech by Dr. Koji Abe, a member of the UEC Board of Directors in charge of education and international strategy.

The resounding success of the seminar was evident in its participation, drawing approximately 110 attendees representing universities, corporations, and government bodies from ASEAN nations. This symposium marked not only a decade of academic excellence but also a testament to UEC's commitment to fostering cooperation and innovation throughout the ASEAN region.