Langkawi, Malaysia – June 2025 — The scenic island of Langkawi is set to welcome ministers, senior education officials, and academic leaders from across Southeast Asia for the ASEAN Ministers of Education and Higher Education Roundtables 2025. The high-level summit will convene top delegates from the ten ASEAN member states to discuss policies and collaborations that will shape the future of education in the region.
About the ASEAN Education Roundtables
Held annually, the ASEAN Education Roundtables aim to:
- Strengthen regional cooperation in education
- Foster innovation and resilience in academic systems
- Promote student mobility and institutional partnerships
The 2025 roundtables will focus on education transformation, technology in teaching, and cross-border recognition of qualifications, aligned with the ASEAN Vision 2025 and UN SDG 4 (Quality Education).
Venue: Langkawi, Malaysia
Langkawi offers a fitting backdrop for visionary dialogue — with world-class conference venues, cultural richness, and eco-conscious hospitality. Hosting the roundtables here reflects Malaysia’s commitment to combining policy dialogue with sustainability and inclusivity.
Key Focus Areas for 2025
The ASEAN Ministers will deliberate on critical themes:
- Future-Proofing ASEAN Education Systems
- Digital Transformation in Learning and Administration
- Bridging Skills Gaps Through Tertiary-Industry Linkages
- Enhancing Quality Assurance Across Institutions
- Equitable Access and Regional Collaboration in Higher Education
Panels, working groups, and plenary sessions will facilitate in-depth discussions and action-driven resolutions. Preparatory Events Begin Tomorrow
Preparatory Events Begin Tomorrow
Prior to the ministerial sessions, preparatory activities will start tomorrow (June 19, 2025), including:
- ASEAN Senior Officials Meetings on Education (SOM-ED)
- Student and Youth Dialogue Forums
- Bilateral education cooperation talks
- Site visits to Langkawi’s educational and cultural institutions
These events aim to build synergy ahead of the main roundtable sessions.
Expected Outcomes
The Roundtables are expected to result in:
- Policy recommendations for the ASEAN Work Plan on Education 2025–2030
- New MOUs and academic mobility programs
- Frameworks for ASEAN-wide online education platforms
- Regional scholarships and joint research initiatives
These efforts will support a more cohesive, resilient, and globally competitive ASEAN education system.
Photos from ASEAN Education Roundtables 2025
Official photos from the Langkawi sessions, ministerial meetings, and side events will be released in the coming days. Stay tuned for:
- Ministerial group photos
- Plenary and panel snapshots
- Cultural showcases and networking moments
