To Thi Mai Huong is Deputy Director of the Department of Research, Innovation and International Affairs at the University of Science and Technology of Hanoi, where she supports the university’s strategic agenda on research development, global partnerships, and academic collaboration. In this role, she facilitates international cooperation initiatives, strengthens institutional linkages with research organizations and universities worldwide, and promotes innovation-driven programs aligned with the institution’s priorities.

Panisa Harnpathananun is Senior Division Director of Higher Education Innovation and Future Skills Development at the National Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Policy Council (NXPO), where she leads initiatives to align higher education systems with emerging workforce demands and technological transformation. She plays a key role in shaping policies and programs that promote innovation-driven learning, strengthen university–industry linkages, and equip graduates with future-ready skills.

Syeda Amina Fahmeen is a Joint Secretary in the Development Economic Policy Division (DEPD) of the Ministry of Finance Bangladesh, where she is responsible for program management under the Skills for Industry Competitiveness and Innovation Program (SICIP). With extensive experience in public financial management and development planning, she plays a key role in coordinating policy implementation and overseeing large-scale, donor-supported programs aimed at strengthening skills development systems.

Nalaka Kaluwewe is the Secretary to the Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education of Sri Lanka. A senior member of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service since 2000, he brings over two decades of experience across government, public communication, and institutional leadership.