The 3rd International Conference on Social Development and Natural Sciences

November 7th, 2025 | Latsavong Wanda Vista Hotel, Vientiane, Lao PDR

Opening Ceremony

Keynote Speakers

Prof. Dr. Phouphet Kyophilavong

Vice President, National University of Laos

Topic: Economic Analysis of U.S. Reciprocal Tariffs on Lao Economy

Mr. Mark Garlinghouse

Director of Business Development, The LENS (Australia)

Topic: Measuring Research Output and Impact to Guide Decision Making

Dr. Bank Ngamarunchot

Director, STIPI (Thailand)

Topic: Flying Geese Model and Strategic Coupling Between Thailand and Laos

Kapil Sharma

Deputy General Manager, HCLTech Singapore

Topic: Public Sector Delivery Lead for Digitalization and Modernization

Conference Schedule Overview

TimeActivityVenue
8:00–8:30RegistrationThe State Hall
8:30–9:50Opening & KeynotesThe State Hall
9:50–10:05Coffee BreakLobby Area
10:05–17:00Sessions 1–6 (Parallel)Various Halls
17:00–19:00Cocktail Reception & Cultural ShowsThe State Hall

Session Topics

Session 1: Sustainability in Social Development

Explores topics on holistic well-being, AI for sustainable development, and cultural identity research from Thailand, Laos, and beyond.

Session 2: Public Policy and Business Management

Features research on digital transformation, community economy models, and economic development strategies.

Session 3: Buddhist Integration and Data Intelligence for Enterprise

Focuses on AI integration, Buddhist psychology, and peace communication for societal harmony.

Session 4: Natural Science Technology Innovation

Includes studies on land use change, waste management, climate impacts, and eco-friendly innovations.

Session 5: AI and Education

Showcases AI’s impact on education, human potential development, and leadership models.

Session 6: AI and Innovation Economics

Examines global innovation ecosystems, generative AI, and data intelligence economics.

Cocktail Reception Agenda

TimeDetailRemark
17:30–17:40Welcoming RemarksPresident of NUOL
17:40–18:10Co-Organizer ForwardCo-Organizer
18:10–18:40Cultural PerformanceFrom NUOL
18:40–18:55Certificate Appreciation HandoverPresident of NUOL
18:55–19:50Culture ShowsAll Participants
19:50–20:00ClosingPresident of NUOL