ASEAN Australia Education Dialogue 2025 Penang Malaysia

The ASEAN Australia Education Dialogue (AAED) 2025 convenes at the St Giles Wembley Hotel in UNESCO World Heritage Georgetown Penang, Malaysia, December 1-4. It brings together thought leaders, educators, researchers, students, and policy makers, from across the region.

Penang is a regional hub for learning and exchange including in marine and coastal research. AAED is proudly co-convened by Australia based ASEAN Focus Group (AFG VG), in association with regional higher education peak body the ASEAN University Network (AUN). The local partner university is Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), a core member of AUN.

This year’s theme “Education in Motion: Reimagining Mobility, Inclusivity, and Sustainability Across Borders” dives deep into the urgent need for collaborative education strategies that support sustainability, inclusion, and innovation. From climate action and maritime sustainability to digital learning and regional mobility, AAED 2025 is a platform for building a shared future through meaningful partnerships.

The dialogue invites participation from across ASEAN and Australia, celebrating diversity, connection, and shared purpose.

Find the program for the event HERE.