Bangkok: Five Thai universities have been ranked among the world's top 100 in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, achieving the world's number one ranking for gender equality.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, Deputy Government Spokesperson, expressed the government's delight and congratulated the universities for their significant achievement in the rankings. These rankings support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and reflect the participation of 2,526 higher education institutions from 130 countries and economies worldwide.
The rankings highlighted that Chulalongkorn University and Chiang Mai University secured the 44th position, Mahidol University and Thammasat University were placed at the 64th position, and Walailak University ranked 93rd. Mr. Anukul emphasized that this success illustrates the determination and potential of Thai higher education institutions to promote the SDGs globally. The institutions' roles in sustainable development, research, academic services, and management align with the government's policy to enhance the country's sustainability and competitiveness on the world stage.
In specific sustainability categories, Thai universities also performed well. Prince of Songkla University ranked 32nd in ending poverty, Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) ranked 18th in achieving food security and sustainable agriculture, and Mahidol University ranked 3rd in promoting health and well-being. Chiang Mai University was 17th in ensuring quality education, while Walailak University achieved the top spot in gender equality. King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi ranked 44th in water and sanitation management, and Prince of Songkla University was recognized for sustainable energy access.
Mr. Anukul further stated that the government is committed to elevating Thai education to world-class standards, enabling the new generation to drive sustainable development and gender equality in Thailand. He described the ranking results as a source of national pride and an inspiration for other universities aiming for excellence in sustainable development.