On 28 October 2026, H.E. Ms. Arjaree Sriratanaban, Ambassador of Thailand to Australia, accompanied by Mr. Naruchai Ninnad, Consul-General of Thailand in Sydney, met with Professor Chris Styles, Pro Vice-Chancellor, University of New South Wales (UNSW), at UNSW Sydney to discuss opportunities to strengthen cooperation between Thailand and Australia in education, research and innovation.

Both sides discussed opportunities to expand collaboration between UNSW and Thai universities and relevant institutions, particularly in developing a highly skilled workforce, facilitating knowledge exchange and research partnerships, and advancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including biotechnology and medical research, artificial intelligence, clean energy and sustainable development. Both sides also exchanged views on supporting innovation and startup ecosystems, as well as research commercialisation. The Ambassador highlighted opportunities to further strengthen such cooperation, particularly as Thailand and Australia prepare to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027.