ASEAN University Network Summer Camp 2025 Concludes at Universiti Brunei Darussalam
The Second ASEAN University Network (AUN) Summer Camp 2025 officially concluded June 26 with a closing ceremony at Universiti Brunei Darussalam, celebrating two weeks of immersive learning and cross-cultural exchange on sustainability and regional development. Yang Mulia Puan Hajah Tutiaty binti Haji Abdul Wahab, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism, officiated the ceremony.
Key Details
Hosted by Universiti Brunei Darussalam under Vice Chancellor Dr Hazri bin Haji Kifle’s leadership, the programme brought together 163 university representatives and students from 38 universities across ASEAN University Network and ASEAN+3 University Network member institutions. The two-week camp operated under the theme “Green Stewardship: Preserving Biodiversity and Advancing Sustainable Development.”
Participants engaged in experiential learning activities including thematic workshops, interactive lectures, field visits, and collaborative design projects designed to bridge theory and practice while fostering leadership, problem-solving, and intercultural competencies.
- 163 participants from 38 ASEAN and ASEAN+3 universities
- Two-week duration focused on sustainability education
- Multiple experiential learning formats and field activities
- Support for UN Sustainable Development Goals 13, 14, and 15
- Collaboration between UBD, AUN, and supporting partners
Quotes & Reactions
In her closing remarks, Yang Mulia Puan Hajah Tutiaty binti Haji Abdul Wahab commended the organisers for curating a programme that reflects a shared commitment to education, sustainability, and youth development.
“These sessions were more than just programme highlights, they were formative experiences that challenged students to think critically, engage meaningfully, and envision their futures as contributors to a more resilient and sustainable ASEAN,” Yang Mulia Puan Hajah Tutiaty binti Haji Abdul Wahab added.
Background & Context
Among the programme’s highlights were the World Bank Talent Outreach Programme, which featured insights from Dr Wempi Saputra, Executive Director for Southeast Asia at the World Bank, and other experts who shared their personal journeys in international development. The AIPA Dialogue, led by Her Excellency Ar. Siti Rozaimeriyanty Dato Haji Abdul Rahman, Secretary General of AIPA, offered students a rare opportunity to engage directly with a regional leader and reflect on their roles as informed and active citizens within the ASEAN community.
The Future Ocean Changemakers Youth Forum 2025 offered a platform for discussions on ocean conservation and the blue economy, highlighting emerging career opportunities and global priorities in marine sustainability. The programme supported the advancement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goals 13, 14, and 15.
The summer camp underscored the importance of platforms such as the UBD-AUN Summer Camp in nurturing future leaders who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and regional awareness needed to address global challenges.
What’s Next
Students were congratulated for completing the programme and encouraged to carry forward the inspiration, knowledge, and friendships gained. The successful conclusion of the Second UBD-AUN Summer Camp 2025 marks another milestone in ASEAN’s collective efforts to empower youth as changemakers and advocates for sustainable development, reaffirming the region’s commitment to education, collaboration, and sustainable development.
For more information on UBD’s short term programs, visit Universiti Brunei Darussalam’s official website or email [email protected].
