SCOPE-HE Events, News & Opportunities
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Events
Upcoming Events
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ASEAN–EU Workshop on Quality Assurance in Higher Education, Bangkok, Thailand 17-18 November 2026 |
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20 November 2026 |
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Workshop 2 - Labor Market Insight, Bangkok, Thailand 1-2 December 2026 |
| Closing the Gap Workshop 2027: Catalysing ASEAN’s Future Through Workforce Readiness, Manila, the Philippines 24–25 February 2027 |
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SCOPE-HE Press Releases
SCOPE-HE launches three projects to strengthen green and digital skills in ASEAN
Three projects supporting digital transformation, the green transition and sustainability in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) were launched today under the EU-funded EU–ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package – Higher Education Programme (SCOPE-HE).
Online
10 November 2026
ASEAN, EU deepen higher education cooperation to support a sustainable blue economy
The European Union (EU) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) today convened the 4th EU-ASEAN Policy Dialogue on Higher Education in Manila, reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing cooperation in education, skills, and innovation as part of their strategic partnership.
Manila, the Philippines
27 October 2026
BizConnect strengthens links between technical training and industry in Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia – Students, educators and company representatives gathered at the National Technical Training Institute (NTTI) for BizConnect Cambodia, an event designed to strengthen links between technical and vocational education and training and industry, and to help students learn about career opportunities and the skills employers need.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
14 October 2026
EU-supported BizConnect strengthens education-industry partnerships in Timor-Leste
Around 80 representatives from government, technical and vocational education and training institutions, universities, businesses, students and alumni gathered today for the BizConnect event. The event aimed to strengthen links between education and industry and support more labour market-responsive skills development.
Dili, Timor-Leste
25 September 2026
EU and ASEAN strengthen cooperation on Labour Market Insight for TVET
More than 150 participants from government, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and the private sector from Indonesia, Thailand and Viet Nam joined the first Labour Market Insight workshop under the EU–ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package – Higher Education Programme (SCOPE-HE).
Online
26 August 2026
EU and ASEAN showcase industry partnerships to strengthen future workforce skills
A regional workshop in Malaysia showcased how stronger education–industry partnerships can help build a more skilled and future-ready workforce across ASEAN.
Penang, Malaysia
19 May 2026
EU and ASEAN Launch BizConnect Initiative to Strengthen TVET–Industry Collaboration
The EU and ASEAN have launched the BizConnect Training of Trainers programme under SCOPE-HE, strengthening partnerships between TVET institutions and industry to support a more skilled and future-ready workforce across Southeast Asia.
Bali, Indonesia
7 April 2026
European Union strengthens EU-ASEAN Research Collaboration with SCOPE-HE Academic Connectivity Grants: Three University Clusters Selected to Drive Research and Innovation across Both Regions
A joint workshop brings EU and ASEAN stakeholders together to enhance qualifications systems and improve learner and worker mobility.
Manila, The Philippines
12 February 2026
EU and ASEAN convene policy dialogue to strengthen Higher Education and Skills Development
EU and ASEAN leaders gather to strengthen cooperation in higher education and advance skills development across regions.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
14 October 2025
The European Union (EU) and ASEAN pave the way for a Skilled Agri-Food Workforce
A regional workshop brings together ASEAN and EU partners to strengthen vocational education and address skills gaps in the agri-food sector.
Phnom Penh, Vietnam
16 September 2025
European Union strengthens EU-ASEAN Research Collaboration with SCOPE-HE Academic Connectivity Grants: Three University Clusters Selected to Drive Research and Innovation across both regions
The EU and ASEAN strengthen research collaboration by supporting university partnerships and advancing joint innovation initiatives.
Jakarta, Indonesia
14 June 2025
ASEAN Policy Forum sets the stage for Higher Education Transformation
A regional forum brings together key stakeholders to advance collaboration and shape the future of higher education in ASEAN.
Vientiane, Laos
11 November 2024
Closing the Gap Workshop 2024 commences to address Employability Gaps in ASEAN’s Agri-food Sector
A regional workshop brings together ASEAN stakeholders to address skills gaps and strengthen workforce readiness in the agri-food sector.
Bangkok, Thailand
28 October 2024
EU, ASEAN team up to boost educational and research ties with EUR 9.3 million initiative
ASEAN and the EU launch a new programme to strengthen higher education, research collaboration, and academic mobility across regions.
Jakarta, Indonesia
17 July 2024
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