Over the years, GXU has effectively promoted alumni relations by systematically gathering and maintaining contact information for international students who studied in China. Utilizing internet platforms and modern information technologies, we have stayed in touch with these alumni, encouraged the establishment of overseas alumni associations, and organized various alumni activities. These efforts aim to strengthen the relationship between international alumni and the university, fostering mutual development while supporting alumni in contributing to cultural exchange, strengthening friendships between nations, and deepening international cooperation. Currently, GXU has officially launched alumni associations in Thailand and Laos, with plans to further expand globally.

I. Overview of International Alumni

We are proud to have nurtured a group of outstanding international alumni, each of whom has made significant contributions in their respective fields and continues to maintain strong ties with China. Below are some notable representatives:

1.Renowned Scholar: Tanaporn Khotphat (Thailand)  

Currently a member of the International (China-ASEAN) Business Teaching Advisory Committee at Suan Dusit University, Deputy Director of the Thailand Research Institute at Guangxi University, and Relations Coordinator between Suan Dusit University and Guangxi University. Tanaporn also serves as President of the GXU Thailand Alumni Association. She completed her PhD in Industrial Economics at Guangxi University from 2013 to 2017 and has been deeply involved in Sino-Thai educational and cultural exchanges, particularly in the areas of tourism development and international Chinese education. She has published several research papers. In 2021, Tanaporn was awarded the Fourth Class Royal Decoration of Thailand for her contributions to Sino-Thai cultural exchanges, followed by the “Guangxi Golden Silk Ball Friendship Award”in 2022. In 2024, she attended the Foreign Experts' Spring Festival Symposium as a representative of foreign experts in Guangxi and was personally received by Premier Li Qiang.

2.Government Official: Baroonphan Rattiyaporn (Thailand)

Currently Director of the Higher Education Teaching Evaluation Center at the Ministry of Education of Thailand. She obtained her Master's degree in International Chinese Education at Guangxi University from 2013 to 2015.

3.Renowned Scholar: Thaithong Nisachol (Thailand)

Currently a postdoctoral researcher and foreign teacher at the School of Ethnology and Sociology at Guangxi Minzu University. She earned her PhD in Applied Economics at Guangxi University from 2013 to 2017 and chose to remain in China to continue her academic research.

4.Government Official: Bounchanh Kombounyasith (Laos)

Currently Director of the Inspection Department at the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Laos. He earned his Master's degree in Soil Chemistry at Guangxi University from 1997 to 2000 and has since stayed closely connected with his alma mater.

5.Government Official: Soukthavi Somboun (Laos)  

Currently Deputy Secretary and Deputy Director of the Bureau of Planning and International Cooperation at the Supreme People's Procuratorate of Laos, and President of the Guangxi University Laos Alumni Association. Soukthavi completed his Master's degree in Civil and Commercial Law at Guangxi University from 2009 to 2013. Since returning to Laos, he has maintained friendly relations with China, promoting exchange programs between the Lao Procuratorate and Guangxi University and organizing annual training and events in Guangxi for Lao officials.

6.Government Official: Amphaivone Vanthavongsy (Laos)  

Currently Director of the Office of the President of Laos. She completed her Master's degree in Public Administration at Guangxi University from 2007 to 2010.

7.Government Official: Phommalin Syxomxeun** (Laos)  

Currently Deputy Director of a department at the Ministry of Public Security of Laos. She completed her Master's degree in Public Administration at Guangxi University from 2013 to 2017.

8.Government Official: Viengphone Phonthilath (Laos)  

Currently serving as Director at the Military Procuratorate in Laos, Viengphone completed his Master's degree in Constitutional and Administrative Law at Guangxi University (2009-2012).

9.Government Official: Somxay Midavong (Laos)  

Currently Deputy Director of a department at the Ministry of Public Security of Laos. He earned his Master's degree in Public Administration at Guangxi University from 2013 to 2017.

10.Industry Leader: Thavone Khampaseuth (Laos)  

Currently Manager of TaiPhoum Real Estate Company. He earned his Bachelor's degree in International Economics and Trade at Guangxi University from 2012 to 2016.

11.Government Official: Phavixay Soulida (Laos)  

Currently Deputy Director of a department at the Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications of Laos. She earned her Master's degree in Business Administration at Guangxi University from 2010 to 2013.

12. Industry Leader: Soulaphone Keosakoun (Laos)  

Currently Deputy General Manager of Simon Power Company. He earned his Master's degree in Computer Science at Guangxi University from 2009 to 2012.

13.Government Official: Thet Lwin Oo (Myanmar)  

Currently Commercial Counsellor at the Myanmar Trade Promotion Office under the Ministry of Commerce. He completed his PhD in Crop Science at Guangxi University from 2011 to 2015.

14. Government Official: Vong Senpiseth (Cambodia)  

Currently Director of the SME Financing Department at the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Cambodia. He earned his PhD in Finance at Guangxi University from 2013 to 2017.

15. Industry Leader: Duong Chanthea (Cambodia)  

Currently General Manager of 4L Travel & Tour Company. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management at Guangxi University from 2010 to 2014.

16. Government Official: Pham Thi Phuong Thao (Vietnam)  

Currently Senior Translator at the Foreign Affairs Office of Quang Ninh Province. She earned her Master's degree in International Chinese Education at Guangxi University. Thao has been active in promoting cooperation between Guangxi University and various Vietnamese institutions and has accompanied provincial leaders on multiple visits to Guangxi.

17. Renowned Scholar: Can Van Toan (Vietnam)  

Currently Director of the Department of International Exchange and Cooperation at Bac Giang Agriculture and Forestry University. He completed his Master's degree in Biotechnology at Guangxi University from 2011 to 2015.

18. Renowned Scholar: Chu Anh Tiep (Vietnam)  

Deputy Director of the Organic Agriculture Research Center and Head of Agronomy at Vietnam National University of Agriculture, Chu earned his Master’s in Crop Science at Guangxi University (2008-2013) and has promoted joint projects between Vietnam National University of Agriculture and Guangxi University.

19. Renowned Scholar: Do Minh Phu (Vietnam)  

Currently Deputy Director of the Biotechnology Department at the Hanoi Institute of Fruit and Vegetable Research. He completed his PhD in Crop Science at Guangxi University from 2014 to 2019. Phu has remained actively involved in alumni activities and in fostering connections between Guangxi University and alumni in Vietnam.

20. Government Official: Anete Elken (Estonia)  

Currently Director of the Confucius Institute at Tallinn University and former Cultural Counsellor at the Estonian Embassy in China. She studied Chinese Language at Guangxi University in 2013.