On behalf of the organizing committee, I would like to express my appreciation for the efforts of all the many people and organizations who have contributed to this event. This conference is a part of the celebration of the 150th Anniversary of King Chulalongkorn’s Royal Visit to Java, Indonesia.
Deep gratitude must be given to Ministry of Education and Culture, Director General of Culture, Indonesia and the College of Dramatic Arts, Ministry of Culture, Thailand who kindly arrange performances for this conference. As well, sincere appreciation is extended to all the scholars who have graciously accepted to share their wisdom in this venue.
This event has been arranged through the Empowering Network for International Thai and ASEAN Studies Project (ENITAS) that is being supported by the Research Partnership Project, Ratchadaphiseksomphot Endowment Fund, Chulalongkorn University.
Ritirong Jiwaganon
Director, Institute of Thai Studies
Chulalongkorn University