On June 4, 2026, a meeting was convened between the NUIC administration team and EdLink to discuss the potential for a strategic partnership on two key initiatives. The primary objective is to establish an authorized TOEFL ITP testing center at NUIC, aimed at enhancing academic services and expanding access to standardized English proficiency exams for the community and students. Furthermore, the initiative seeks to provide international students with opportunities to engage with and experience the rich Lower Northern Thai culture, traditions, and sociocultural context through short-term cultural exchange programs.

Participants in the meeting included Dr. Nongnuch Boonklum, Director of NUIC; Dr. Sukij Khorchurklang, Deputy Director for Administration, Planning, and Quality Assurance; Mr. Don August G. Delgado, Assistant Director for Academic Affairs, Research and Development; Mr. Andris Adhitra, Assistant Director for International Affairs and Student Affairs; and Ms. Jaturaporn Chandransu, Assistant Director for Marketing and Public Relations.