In a display of cultural prowess and unity, the 18th ASEAN and 8th ASEAN+3 Youth Cultural Forum (AYCF) took the center stage on 15 May 2023, captivating young delegates from AUN and ASEAN+3 Member Universities in a fascinating showcase of the National Collaborative Performances. The opening ceremony at Universitas Indonesia set the tone for an unforgettable journey of cultural exchange and appreciation.

In a display of regional cooperation, the 8th ASEAN University Network on Culture and the Arts (AUN-CA) Meeting convened on 17 May 2023 at the prestigious Universitas Indonesia. Representatives from 23 universities representing AUN and ASEAN+3 Member Universities came together to ignite creative sparks and delve into insightful discussions to nurture collaborative efforts in the realms of culture and arts. With enthusiasm, the participants successfully elected the new AUN-CA Board Members who will steer the organisation's course from 2023 to 2026, propelling its mission to even greater heights

The first full month of on-site visit Programme Assessments! A promising step in the transition from online/hybrid PAs to on-site visits ever since the pandemic has tided over. Following the recent PAs earlier in May, the AUN-QA team concluded the month with two more on-site PAs both in Viet Nam, being the 329th PA at Trà Vinh University and the 330th PA at Nong Lam University.

From 26-31 March 2023, the AUN Secretariat was honoured by its esteemed members and associate members for a courtesy visit in the beautiful city of Davao, the Philippines. In this final iteration of the series, we would like to introduce you to our AUN-QA Associate Member, the University of Southeastern Philippines (USeP). This university, which traced its origin to four public institutes, has been marching strong on its path to contribute to the development of the Mindanao region.

Philippine higher education institutions tackled their challenges to student mobility and internationalisation in the fifth CALOHEA National Meeting at the University of San Agustin from 18-19 May 2023. Policymakers, academic staff, students, employers, and stakeholders share their thoughts on the way forward and what the Three Recognition Mechanisms could bring to the higher education institutions in the Philippines.

In the recent Internal Quality Assurance System Design and Development Workshop in Viet Nam, participants from various universities delved into the intricate challenges faced by universities in the country. The session shed light on the complexities within the system and the interplay among various subsystems, all of which impact the development of higher education. The workshop's primary emphasis was on internal quality assurance (IQA) systems and practices, aiming to identify effective solutions.

The wait is finally over! After the COVID Pandemic shook the world, the ASEAN+3 Youth Cultural Forum has been on hiatus for 3 years. But no more, the 18th ASEAN and 8th ASEAN+3 Youth Cultural Forum just recently made a grand return on 14 - 19 May, 2023 in Jakarta, Universitas Indonesia where 132 delegates from 9 ASEAN+3 countries were able to partake in this spectacular cultural event!

The 4th CALOHEA National Meeting at the Institute of Technology of Cambodia showcased the commitment to collaboration and recognition in higher education. Over two days, 292 participants engaged in a policy dialogue and workshops, sharing valuable insights and experiences.

On the second day of the IQA System Design and Development Workshop in Viet Nam, 7 IQA Experts from ASEAN, Spain, and Australia engaged the participants with thought provoking trigger presentations. Each presentation contained valuable information that was helpful for the participants in brainstorming solutions for challenges in IQA systems.