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OPENING REMARKS FOR
9TH AUAP FORUM & NETWORKING
ON 21st MAY, 2025
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Theme: “Global Networks: Paving the Way for Innovative, Diverse, and Sustainable Academic Landscapes in Asia and the Pacific”
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OPENING REMARKS FOR
37TH AUAP ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2025
ON 22nd MAY, 2025
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Theme: “Advancing Excellence for Global Sustainability by Aligning Institutions to World Rankings and Ratings”
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Messages from Previous President of AUAP
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Dr. Carmen Z. Lamagna
Former Vice Chancellor
of American International University of Bangladesh,
Bangladesh, Former IAU Board Member, and Former IAUP Treasurer
(2008-2010)
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Prof. Dr Prasart Suebka
Former Rector of Suranaree University of Technology
(2011-2012)
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Dr. Shawn Chen
Founder & Chairman
Sias University, China
(2015-2016)
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Dr. Sung Hee Nam
Former President of AUAP
Former President of the Korean Council for University-College Education, and President of Daegu Health College, South Korea.
(2017-2018)
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Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Nili Ahmadabadi
Former President
University of Tehran, Iran
(2019-2020)
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Dr. Peter P. Laurel
Former President of AUAP and Advisory Council Member
Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP)
President, Lyceum of the Philippines University- Batangas
(2021-2022)
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Dr. Md. Sabur Khan
Founder & Chairman
Daffodil International University, Bangladesh
(2023-2024)
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AUAP Joint Events 2025
May 21–23, 2025
Chardonnay by Astoria, Manila, Philippines
The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) proudly hosted its prestigious Joint Events 2025, in collaboration with twelve esteemed partner institutions:
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This year’s joint events featured two landmark gatherings:
📌The 9th AUAP Forum & Networking
👉Theme: “Global Networks: Paving the Way for Innovative, Diverse, and Sustainable Academic Landscapes in Asia and the Pacific”
📌The 37th AUAP Annual Conference & 30th Anniversary Celebration
👉Theme: “Advancing Excellence for Global Sustainability by Aligning Institutions to World Rankings and Ratings”
📍Key Highlights of the Themes Include:
- Strengthening global academic networks and partnerships
- Fostering innovation and diversity in education
- Promoting sustainable development through higher education
- Enhancing institutional excellence aligned with global benchmarks
- Empowering universities for world-class rankings and societal impact
Together, these events celebrated 30 years of AUAP’s legacy while charting a transformative path forward for higher education in the Asia-Pacific and beyond.
✅Strengthening cross-border academic collaboration
✅Fostering innovation & diversity in higher education
✅Building sustainable education ecosystems in the region
✅Strategies to elevate global academic performance
✅Enhancing institutional excellence
✅Aligning missions with international benchmarks
🌍This year’s AUAP Joint Events brought together distinguished participants from educational institutions across Asia, Europe, Australia, and North America, marking yet another milestone in our shared commitment to global academic collaboration. Over 300 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were successfully signed, reinforcing strong international partnerships in higher education.
🙏On behalf of the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), we extend our heartfelt appreciation to the twelve (12) host partners for their outstanding efforts in organizing and facilitating these landmark events. Your warm hospitality, seamless coordination, and unwavering professionalism greatly contributed to the overall success of the gatherings.
💬The overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants reflects the high standards, collaborative spirit, and excellence that defined the event. These joint initiatives continue to demonstrate the power of partnerships in advancing AUAP’s mission to promote quality, innovation, and cooperation in higher education across the Asia-Pacific region.
👋We sincerely thank you and congratulate you on a job exceptionally well done. We look forward to building on this momentum and working together in future endeavors.
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Scholarships
Thank you for your contribution to AUAP
The AUAP Secretariat would like to express its gratitude to Mr. Abdul 'Dewale Mohammed,
President of the Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (AASGON), United Kingdom and Member of
the AUAP Advisory Council for his recent contribution to the association (AUAP), by providing
scholarships to students of its member institutions.
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2026 Japan Government MEXT Scholarship (University of Tokyo) | Fully Funded
https://www.scholarshipregion.com/japan-government-mext-scholarship-university-of-tokyo/
Host Country: Japan 🇯🇵
Scholarship For:
* Postgraduates
* Masters & PhD
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with $11,328 Per Year
Deadline: October 31, 2025
⚡Share this scholarship with your friends
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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APPLY: 2025 Qatar FIFA World Cup Volunteer Programme
The FIFA World Cup and Arab Cup are set to commence in Qatar from November to December 2025. Around 4,000 volunteers are needed. Benefits include training, uniforms, meals, gifts, and free transport within Qatar.
Requirements:
* 16 years and above
* Be able to communicate in English. Understanding Arabic is a plus
* No previous experience is needed
Click here to apply: https://www.scholarshipregion.com/fifa-world-cup-volunteer-programme/
⚡Share this update with your friends
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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Federal Government TVET Program 2025 For Nigerians
The Federal Government of Nigeria invites young Nigerians to apply for the 2025 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Program. The program offers full sponsorship, monthly stipends, certification, and startup grants.
Deadline is not specified. Share this opportunity with friends.
⚡Click here to apply: https://www.scholarshipregion.com/federal-government-tvet-program/
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2025 McCall MacBain Scholarship of McGill University in Canada | Fully Funded
Host Country: Canada 🇨🇦
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with $27,600 Stipend Per Year
* Provides Travel Grant and Language Training
Click here to apply >> https://www.scholarshipregion.com/mccall-macbain-scholarship/
Deadline: August 30, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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Flour Mills of Nigeria FMN Engineering Graduate Program 2025 (TEEP)
Host: Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Benefits:
- Monthly Stipend with Training
- Provides Employment Opportunities
Click here to apply >> https://www.scholarshipregion.com/flour-mills-fmn-engineering-graduate-program/
Deadline: June 30, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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Maldives National University Scholarship 2025 | Fully Funded
Host Country: Maldives 🇲🇻
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with $4,220 Living Stipend
* Provides Research Costs and Book Allowance
Click here to apply >> https://www.scholarshipregion.com/maldives-national-university-scholarship/
Deadline: August 28, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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2025 Sabanci University Scholarship in Turkey | Fully Funded
Host Country : Turkey 🇹🇷
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
- Full Scholarship with 35,000TL Monthly Stipends
- Covers Laptop and Accommodation
Click here to apply >> https://www.scholarshipregion.com/sabanci-university-scholarship/
Deadline: August 29, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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2025 France Sciences Po MasterCard Scholarships For Africans (Fully Funded)
Host Country: France 🇫🇷
Eligible Country: All Sub-sahara African Countries
Benefits:
- Full Scholarship with Monthly Stipends
- Covers Accommodation and Air tickets
Click here to Apply >>
https://www.scholarshipregion.com/sciences-po-mastercard-scholarships/
Deadline: November 1, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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Auburn University Scholarship 2025 in USA | Fully Funded
Host Country: United States of America 🇺🇸
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefits:
* Full Scholarship with $26,500 Stipend Per Year
Click here to apply >> https://www.scholarshipregion.com/auburn-university-scholarship/
Deadline: July 31, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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2025 University of Calgary Entrance Scholarship in Canada
Host Country: Canada 🇨🇦
Eligible Country: All Countries
Benefit: $20,000 Per Year
Click here to apply >> https://www.scholarshipregion.com/university-of-calgary-entrance-scholarship/
Deadline: December 1, 2025
🎙SOURCE: Scholarship Region
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2025 SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDY ABROAD
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Greetings from Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science (Hindustan University)!
We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming
International Virtual Workshop on the theme:
“Digital Economy and Innovation: Transforming Global Markets and Societies”
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Ganpat University Presents: Global Maritime Summit 2025 🚢
Theme: The Future of the Global Maritime Industry - 5 D’s: Decarbonization, Digitalization, Diversity, Design & Development
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5th NEPRAGUILD BIENNIAL INTERNATIONAL
CONFERENCE
July 15-16, 2025
UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN PHILIPPINES
Heritage City of Vigan, llocos Sur
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CONTACT US
Academic Building 2, Room 227, Suranaree University of Technology
111 University Avenue, Suranaree Sub-district, Mueang District, Nakhon Ratchasima 30000 Thailand
Email: secretariat@auap.org
Phone, Whats App, Viber and LINE: +66 857687474
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