Politics
PSU Pattani Student Organization Clarifies Invitation to People's Party MPs
The student organization at Prince of Songkla University, Pattani Campus, has issued a joint statement regarding the invitation of People's Party MPs to a campus seminar.
On August 18, 2026, the student organization at Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Pattani Campus, released a joint statement to clarify the facts surrounding the invitation of Members of Parliament from the People's Party to participate in a seminar held on campus.
According to Matichon Online, the statement was issued to address public discourse regarding the event. The student organization explained that the primary objective of inviting the political representatives was to facilitate an academic discussion, which also allowed students to earn activity hours required for their curriculum.
For residents and visitors in the region, this clarification highlights the ongoing engagement between academic institutions and political figures in Southern Thailand. Such events are common in university settings, serving as platforms for civic dialogue. While the student organization has provided its rationale for the invitation, the broader impact of this political engagement on campus policy or future student activities remains to be seen. Observers should note that this statement serves as an internal clarification by the student body to ensure transparency regarding their extracurricular programming. Further details regarding the specific content of the seminar or any subsequent institutional responses have not been disclosed at this time.