Pattaya Opens the Door to Higher Education – Over 1,500 students join free university guidance fair to plan for a digital future. PATTAYA, Thailand – Mayor Poramet Ngampichet presided over the opening ceremony of the “University Guidance and Open-Door Education Fair”, held at the Pattaya Indoor Athletics Building in Chonburi, June 6-7. The event was attended by city executives, government officials, teachers, and a large number of students. Deputy Mayor Kritsana Boonsawat delivered the keynote briefing, outlining the objectives of the initiative. Organized by the Pattaya Education Office, the annual fair is part of the 2025 city budget and aims to prepare students for higher education and career pathways through Thailand’s TCAS university admission system. The event also encourages future planning skills in Thailand’s fast-evolving Digital 4.0 era. More than 1,500 students are expected to participate in the event, which features booths from leading universities across the country. Activities include career guidance sessions, discussion panels, and hands-on workshops, all designed to spark inspiration and provide practical information for students planning their next academic steps. Mayor Poramet expressed his gratitude to all public and private sector partners who contributed to making this opportunity possible for Pattaya’s youth. He emphasized that this project aligns with the city’s “Better Pattaya” policy, which seeks to improve quality of life by advancing technology and reforming education — building a better future for the city’s next generation. “Learning is Power” – Pattaya’s two-day education fair connects youth with top universities nationwide. From Pattaya to University – City hosts career and education expo to inspire the next generation.   Better Pattaya Begins with Education – Mayor backs student guidance event as part of long-term quality-of-life vision.