C.P. Group and Zhejiang University announced a strategic partnership whose aim is to advance human capital development, innovation, and research in various sectors towards contributing to the global effort for a sustainable future.
Formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding with Thailand's largest private corporation, and one of China's oldest and most respected universities, this three-party collaborative effort is an agreement between high-profile figures in the business and academic sectors with the intention of creating impactful results that will eventually benefit both Thailand and China while touching every corner of the global community.
Zhejiang University, ranked among the world’s top 50 universities and renowned for the excellence of its science, technology and engineering faculties, was represented at the signing ceremony by Mr Zhu Yuan, Chairman of the university’s School Council. Ms Wang Huan, First Secretary for Education at the Chinese Embassy in Bangkok, witnessed the signing.
CP Group was represented by Ms Pimonrat Reephattanavijitkul, Chief People Officer. Also present at the ceremony was Mr Soopakij Chearavanont, C.P. Group CHAIRMAN, alongside subsidiary company CEOs, Mr Prasit Boondoungprasert (CP Foods), Mr Tanit Chearavanont (Makro Thailand), and Mr Manas Manavuthiveth (True Corporation).
Mr Zhu expressed the university’s eagerness to work with one of Thailand’s leading corporations, announcing plans to collaborate on curricula and training programmes with a practical focus that would develop skillsets that meet the demands of the global job market. With its strong international collaborative network, Mr Zhu continued, the university was committed to enhancing the employability of its graduates and developing future leaders. He said he envisioned the partnership producing a generation brimming with talent and ready to shine upon joining the workforce.
Ms Pimonrat announced that the C.P. Group would be providing internship opportunities to Zhejiang University staff and students, helping them to gain valuable practical experience in the international business world. She added that C.P. Group employees would be given the opportunity to participate in jointly prepared training and development courses.
Both signatories expressed excitement at the promise of mutually undertaking research projects with academic and commercial value as well as lasting societal benefit. They agreed that areas of research which effectively address the changes presently affecting the global economy would be of particular importance.
Ms Pimonrat noted that the MoU is reflective of the commitment of both organisations to implementing projects and programmes that offer far-reaching benefits. She detailed the following approaches to sustainable development which both parties have agreed to pursue:
International Talent Development: C.P. Group, in association with Zhejiang University, hopes to develop outstanding students, faculty, and staff through participating in internships, specialized training programs, and knowledge-sharing activities and opportunities. This should foster greater local expertise while also sharpening global competitiveness.
Research and Innovation: Combining C.P. Group's experience in agricultural and food production with the academic excellence at Zhejiang University, both parties will collaborate jointly through research in all sectors-be it animal husbandry or the progress in global business practices that are up-and-coming for future growth and success.
Global Collaboration Networks: This collaborative study will provide an opportunity to expand international networks through knowledge sharing, experiences, and cutting-edge technologies, which will be quite pivotal for future growth and success.
Sustainable Community Development: C.P. Group and Zhejiang University are committed to supporting projects that align with sustainable community development goals, focusing on initiatives that can make meaningful, lasting improvements to the quality of life for communities worldwide.
