Dongseo University President Jang Jeguk Unveils 'Asia Alliance University' Initiative at Indonesian Private Universities Association Assembly

"Over 170 Universities from 16 Countries Express Intent to Participate"

President Jang Jeguk of Dongseo University was officially invited to deliver the keynote speech at the General Assembly of the Indonesian Private Universities Association (ABPPTSI) held in Bandung, Indonesia.

During the event, President Jang introduced the concept of the 'Asia Alliance University (AAU)' platform, which Dongseo University is working to launch in September 2026. He also proposed a new model of cooperation to address the challenges of the artificial intelligence era and the sustainability crisis in higher education.

Jang Jeguk, president of Dongseo University, is delivering the keynote speech.

Following the speech, more than 70 universities at the event signed letters of intent to participate in AAU. It has been reported that, to date, approximately 170 universities from 16 countries have expressed their intention to join.

President Jang stated, "With the advent of the AI era and the high-cost structure of higher education, Asian universities share a common sense of crisis, which has led to a broad consensus on the need for an inter-university alliance." He emphasized, "By the end of this year, we will officially announce a new higher education platform for the future of Asia."

Representatives attending the Indonesian Private Universities Association stood in front of the camera.