On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, the Global Health Youth Fellowship Program (GHYFP) from Chulalongkorn University and the Health Science Leadership Program (HSLP) from Science Tokyo co-hosted a discussion café to explore differences and similarities in healthcare systems in Thailand and Japan. Presentations by GHYFP and HSLP　shared perspectives on culture, universities, and organizations. GHYFP, a medical student initiative at Chulalongkorn University, is dedicated to cultivating future global health leaders. 

The initial discussion involved small-group introductions and conversations about the activities each organization undertakes. While GHYFP and HSLP share similar goals, their specific activities differ, making for an interesting exchange. One key difference is that while GHYFP focuses primarily on global health and actively collaborates with other organizations, HSLP members have diverse objectives and a broad range of activity options such as public health, research, clinical medicine, and more.
 
The second discussion focused on “Health Systems of Both Countries and Their Pros & Cons.” Each group had engaging conversations. For example, some groups noted that both countries face similar problems with regional disparities in hospital services. However, they are dealing with different situations on the ground: Thailand is in the process of development, while in Japan, the population is aging and declining in number.

Overall, the Discussion Café provided a meaningful opportunity to foster international collaborations and offer valuable insights into the future of healthcare in both countries. We hope this mutually beneficial relationship between Chulalongkorn University and Science Tokyo will continue and create a positive impact on society.