July 17, 2023, Associate Professor Dr. Sura Pattanakiat, Dean of the Faculty of Environment and Resource Studies, attending as a representative of Mahidol University, joined other distinguished guests and experts in the field of agriculture and education form international environmental organizations and educational institutions for the inauguration ceremony of the Consortium for Innovations in Agricultural Education and Research in Asia (CIAERA) and the 2023 Asia Hub Annual Meeting. The event took place from July 15th to 19th, 2023, in Sanya Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City, Hainan, the Republic of China. The event was hosted by Nanjing Agricultural University (NAU), the Republic of China.
The ceremony began with the launch of CIAERA's Asia Hub Office in Yazhou Bay Science and Technology City. It also marked the establishment of the Future Earth Knowledge Action Network and International Project Office, along with the initiation of long-term observation and research of tropical agroecosystems.
During the ceremony, Associate Professor Dr. Sura delivered a remark as a member university representative, sharing insights and perspectives on agricultural education and research in Asia.
Later in the day, the first CIAERA Assembly on Asia Agricultural Dialogue meeting is scheduled to commence. The dialogue served as a platform for participants to exchange knowledge and engage in discussions concerning agricultural innovation, research, and education in Asia.
The inauguration ceremony and subsequent sessions at the CIAERA and Asia Hub Annual Meeting showcased the commitment of universities and institutions in Asia to strengthen collaboration and promote advancements in agricultural education and research. The event marked an important milestone in enhancing agricultural practices, environmental sustainability, and resilience across the region.