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SEAMEO Regional Centre
for Sufficiency Economy
Philosophy for Sustainability
(SEAMEO SEPS)

The Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) is a fundamental principle developed by His Majesty the Late King Bhumibol Adulyadej in the 1970s based on the foundational traits of moderation, reasonableness, and prudence, adding knowledge and virtue as guidelines for living. This philosophy is an approach to sustainable development that promotes utilizing knowledge and virtue to create a sense of moderation, reasonableness, and prudence. It stresses the middle path as the overriding principle for appropriate conduct and way of life for the entire populace.

SEAMEO SEPS News

Upcoming Events

September, 2023

27-28 September 2023​

October, 2023

Fri 6 October 2023 (Virtual)

  • SEP-SDGs in Action: Virtual Learning Series: Theme “Climate Action and World Heritage”

Fri 6 October 2023, 15.00-17.00 hrs (BKK Time/GMT+7)

Sat 7 October 2023 (Virtual)

Deadline for Entry Submission: 10 October 2023

  • SEP-SDGs in Action: Virtual Learning Series: Theme “Transforming Education ta Brighter Future”

Wed 25 October 2023, 14.00-15.30 hrs (BKK Time/GMT+7)

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