Isabela State University (ISU) attends the ASEAN Universities Exhibition and Forum (AEF) 2025 from February 23-25, 2025 at the Grand Lagoon Ballroom, Sunway Hotels & Resorts, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The University was represented by Dr. Ricmar P. Aquino (University President), Dr. Jay P. Chy (Vice President, Planning and Development), and Dr. Isagani P. Angeles Jr., (Director, Public Relations, External Affairs and International Linkages). The ISU officials were also joined by Dr. Marita R. Canapi (Commissioner, Commission on Higher Education).

The said event was organized by the Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) under Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship. AEF 2025 aims to showcase the excellence of ASEAN universities, foster collaboration, and discuss strategies to enhance student mobility, scholarships, and innovation within the region.

The forum also addresses critical topics such as forging effective international partnerships, enhancing student mobility, and exploring funding opportunities across ASEAN countries.

The event expects to have around 10,000 visitors, including high-level officials from ASEAN Ministries of Education, university presidents and deans, academicians from nearly 70 ASEAN Universities, 600 student leaders, policymakers, and industry players.