Nalaka Kaluwewe Keywords skills forum 11th skills forum Read more about Nalaka Kaluwewe 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.
Crafting Regional Innovation Ecosystems in Southeast Asia Read more about Crafting Regional Innovation Ecosystems in Southeast Asia This presentation gives an overview of the regional innovation ecosystems, the application of Triple Helix theory, and case studies of innovation development in Southeast Asia, particularly in China and Cambodia.
Nepal: Strengthening STEM Education Read more about Nepal: Strengthening STEM Education This presentation outlines Nepal's strategic efforts and progress in strengthening STEM education through policy reforms, digital learning, infrastructure upgrades, and inclusive access initiatives.
Strengthening Human Capital: Sri Lanka’s Path to Secondary Education Reform Read more about Strengthening Human Capital: Sri Lanka’s Path to Secondary Education Reform This presentation outlines Sri Lanka's strategic plan to reform secondary education by strengthening STEM education, enhancing teacher capacity, and improving governance to develop human capital.
Skills for Industry Competitiveness and Innovation Program (SICIP) From Bangladesh Read more about Skills for Industry Competitiveness and Innovation Program (SICIP) From Bangladesh This presentation outlines Bangladesh's initiatives and strategies to enhance industry competitiveness through skills development, education reforms, and innovative programs.
TVET Transformation in Bhutan Read more about TVET Transformation in Bhutan This presentation outlines Bhutan's strategic plans and initiatives to transform and modernize its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system for the 21st century.
Rashmita Panda Keywords skills forum 11th skills forum Read more about Rashmita Panda Ms. Rashmita Panda (IAS 2010, Odisha Cadre) is a public policy and governance professional with 15+ years of leadership in administration, skill development, entrepreneurship promotion, and technology-driven governance. As Director, Skill Development & Employment, and CEO of OSDA, World Skill Center, and ORSAC, she is steering Odisha’s transformation in skills, innovation, and digital public service delivery.
Leokana Tozen Keywords skills forum 11th skills forum Read more about Leokana Tozen Tozen Leokana serves as the Minister of Education and Human Resources Development of the Solomon Islands. Appointed following the 2024 general elections, he is responsible for overseeing national education policy, human capital development, and skills training systems. As a Member of Parliament representing South Choiseul, he brings a strong commitment to improving access to quality education and strengthening institutional capacity across the country’s education sector.
Regional Session on South Asia: India Read more about Regional Session on South Asia: India This presentation outlines India's skill development initiatives, achievements, and strategic plans to leverage its demographic advantage and promote inclusive, industry-driven workforce training.
ADB Wayfinder (Pacific) Program Read more about ADB Wayfinder (Pacific) Program This presentation outlines ADB's Private Sector Operations, regional programs, and sector focus, particularly in education development in the Pacific.