Bangkok: The Esports Association of Thailand has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kasem Bundit University to collaborate on academic cooperation in sports science, aiming to promote and develop esports at the university level.
According to Thai News Agency, on July 21, 2026, at the Thailand Esports Stadium, Mr. Santi Lohthong, President of the Esports Association of Thailand, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on academic cooperation in sports science with Dr. Wallop Suwannadee, President of Kasem Bundit University. The collaboration aims to promote and develop esports at the university level, raising the standards of athlete development, personnel, and competition management to meet national and international standards. This partnership seeks to integrate knowledge in esports, sports science, and modern technology to systematically develop the potential of students and esports athletes, as well as promote research, training, and the creation of skilled personnel in the esports industry, supporting the future growth of the Thai esports sector.
The event will present the vision and collaboration approaches of both organizations, along with unveiling plans for developing esports at the university level, creating opportunities for students to develop skills and compete at national and international levels, and sustainably upgrading the competition system and developing esports personnel.
Mr. Santi Lohthong stated that the Esports Association of Thailand believes that this collaboration with Kasem Bundit University will be another important step in building a strong foundation for Thai esports, while also providing opportunities for Thai youth to showcase their potential and helping to drive Thailand towards becoming a regional hub for esports.
Dr. Wallop Suwannadee, President of Kasem Bundit University, stated that the university aims to develop youth in all aspects, including sports, which the university has consistently pursued. This cooperation agreement marks a new dimension, as the Esports Association seeks the university's involvement in developing esports athletes and personnel. Esports has the potential to develop youth, bring prestige to the nation, and importantly, contribute to greater understanding within society. The university will wholeheartedly cooperate with the Esports Association to develop youth and personnel to achieve its set goals.