Event: 11th ADB International Education and Skills Forum: Applying a Fresh Lens to Unlock the Power of Human Capital [Video] The ASEAN Year of Skills: Results and Actions Ahead 04 December 2025 Author / Speaker Akiko Sakamoto Manuela Prina Syed Alwi bin Mohamed Sultan Carmela Torres This session presents the journey and key outcomes of the ASEAN Year of Skills (AYOS) 2025, highlighting flagship events, regional collaborations, and lessons learned from South–South and international experiences. Outgoing and incoming ASEAN Chairs will discuss priority actions for advancing skills and workforce development in the region, while partners including ADB will share reflections and support plans. Participants will gain insights into shaping the future ASEAN workforce and leveraging AYOS momentum for 2026 and beyond. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Topics Education