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Cambodia

28Jun2022

Okayama University Representatives Pay Courtesy Visit to Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport and National Institute of Education in Cambodia

On June 7, Okayama University Vice President for International Affairs SUZUKI Takayoshi, Associate Professor INAMORI Takao from the Institute of Global Human Resource Development, and Study in Japan Coordinator NII Yusuke paid courtesy visits to the Higher Education Department at the Cambodian Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport as well as the National Institute of Education. At the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, the delegation met with Deputy Director General for Higher Education Dr. NITH Bunlay. Representatives from Okayama University introduced Study in Japan Global Network Project in ASEAN and its newly opened Phnom Penh Office, and sought the feasibility of cooperation in holding Study in Japan seminars and relevant events in Cambodia. Dr. NITH Bunlay recognized the importance of the Phnom Penh Office and expressed his willingness to cooperate in building a local network. Furthermore, they also discussed the possibility of concluding a partnership agreement in the near future. Then, at the National Institute of Education, the delegation met with President H.E. Dr. SIENG Sovanna and other representatives from the institute to introduce the Phnom Penh Office and discuss opportunities for future cooperation. Okayama University has had a long-standing cooperative agreement with the National Institute of Education since February 2008. In addition, H.E. Dr. SIENG Sovanna, who has studied in the doctoral program at Graduate School of Natural Science and Technology at Okayama University from 2007 to 2010, has been very supportive of the activities of Okayama University and this project, including Okayama University International Alumni Association (OUIAA) and has established a friendly relationship between the two universities. The catalyst for these visits was the opening ceremony held for the Study in Japan Global Network Project in ASEAN Regional Office, Phnom Penh Office on June 6. Other notable visits include a meeting with Under Secretary of State for the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport H.E. Dr. SANN Vathana, where Okayama University representatives requested increased cooperation between Japan and Cambodia. It is hoped that these visits will result in strengthened collaborative efforts between the Phnom Penh Office, universities and educational institutions in Cambodia, and OUIAA to promote study in Japan.

Cambodia

17Jun2022

Okayama University Opened Study in Japan Global Network Project in ASEAN Regional Office, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

As part of its initiatives under the Study in Japan Global Network Project in ASEAN, Okayama University opened a Phnom Penh office at the Cambodia-Japan Cooperation Center (CJCC), located in the Royal University of Phnom Penh (RUPP) campus on 1st March 2022. On 6th June, Okayama University held an opening ceremony and a total of 33 representatives from 15 Cambodian governmental and educational institutions attended, including Counselor KUBO Tomoko from the Embassy of Japan in Cambodia, Rector CHET Chealy from RUPP, and Director KHIM Leang from CJCC. Additionally, Okayama University representatives, Vice President for International Affairs SUZUKI Takayoshi and Associate Professor INAMORI Takao from the Institute of Global Human Resource Development were in attendance, while representatives from SixERS (Chiba University, Niigata University, Kanazawa University, Nagasaki University, and Kumamoto University), which is a partner institution of this project, joined online. 　 In her congratulatory address, Counselor KUBO Tomoko expressed her expectations for the office, saying, “The support provided by the Phnom Penh Office will help many Cambodian students who wish to study in Japan to realize their dreams. The Embassy will work closely with the Phnom Penh Office to provide them with the necessary support”. Then, RUPP Rector CHET Chealy, who has personal experience studying in Japan, expressed his desire to cooperate with the office, saying, "We would like to extend every possible support so that the Phnom Penh Office can carry out its mission smoothly. We believe that promoting studying in Japan opportunities will not only help students acquire the relevant knowledge but also strengthen the friendship between Cambodia and Japan.” In the afternoon on the same day, Okayama University held a Study in Japan Seminar jointly with SixERS partner universities in a hybrid style that includes face-to-face and online. A total of 154 participants including prospective students joined the seminar, and it became a perfect opportunity to commemorate the opening of the Phnom Penh Office. At the seminar, Cambodian students currently studying in Japan and faculty members from each partner university took the stage to introduce their respective universities and elaborate on the appeal of studying in Japan. Representing Okayama University, Vice President Suzuki introduced the university and gave a mock lecture, while Study in Japan Coordinator NII Yusuke introduced the Phnom Penh Office and the project. The Phnom Penh Office is committed to cooperating with universities, educational institutions, and alumni associations to support Cambodian students who wish to study in Japan. Related content from the local media: The Phnom Penh Post https://m.phnompenhpost.com/national/study-japan-global-network-project-opens-office-rupp?fbclid=IwAR3uvTZRrZ1WQOoc-uWLxHQKE_7dWCeP6JmAaXtI_ppJkI_Tdseyue0DOsM

ASEAN

01Nov2021

We attended “the 5th ASEAN+3 Rectors’ Conference” and delivered presentation on Study in Japan Global Network Project in ASEAN

The ASEAN+3 Rectors’ Conference was held on 14th October 2021 online, and Study in Japan Coordinator NII Yusuke attended as a representative of Study in Japan Global Network Project in ASEAN. The ASEAN+3 Rectors’ Conference is a platform consists of executives from AUN (ASEAN University Network) member universities (30 universities from 10 countries) and 18 universities from Japan, China, and South Korea. Its aim is to learn and exchange knowledge about challenges for future collaboration among ASEAN+3 network. Kanazawa University which is a member of the Consortium of Six National Universities (Chiba University, Niigata University, Kanazawa University, Okayama University, Nagasaki University, and Kumamoto University) hosted the conference this year. There were more than 100 participants at the conference and the main theme was “ASEAN＋3 University Education and Graduate Employability: Sharpening the Edge”. In the conference, we had an honor to have a session to introduce Study in Japan Global Network Project in ASEAN. After President Makino explained outline of the project and a promotional video was played, Study in Japan Coordinator Nii conducted a presentation about the project. In his presentation, he shared our achievement, prospect, and a feasibility of future collaboration between AUN member universities and this project. He also said “Most importantly, we play a role as a bridge between ASEAN and Japan in terms of education and research collaboration. We collaborate with wide range of institutions such as Ministry of Education, educational institutions including universities, alumni associations, and so on. We have been striving to not only expand new relationship but also deepen existing networks.” In our project, we will cooperate with AUN member universities and other institutions, and continue to provide useful information to ASEAN students who wish to study in Japan, universities and other educational institutions. ▼Promotional movie

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