Title: 38th AUAP Annual Conference 2026
The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), in collaboration with Daffodil International University (Bangladesh), the Master’s Institute Development Academy & Seminary(Thailand), the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), Sias University (P.R.China), Panpacific University (Philippines), Rizal Technological University (Philippines), Iqra University(Pakistan), Naresuan University (Thailand), and Siam University (Thailand), will organize the 38th AUAP Annual Conference 2026 on the theme “Reimagining Higher Education in the Age of AI: Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact for a Sustainable Future.”
The event will be held from May 19–21, 2026, hosted by John von Neumann University, Kecskemét, Hungary. This milestone underscores the growing importance of Europe within the AUAP network. Hungary—and specifically the city of Kecskemét and John von Neumann University—has been selected as the host for this prestigious event.
The Conference aims to produce a global declaration on ethical AI in higher education, establish collaborative frameworks for inclusive digital transformation, develop policy recommendations for sustainable and peace-oriented education, and strengthen networks that promote research and innovation diplomacy.
This Conference will explore key outcomes:
Expected Outcomes
Website: https://auap.nje.hu/en
Registration: https://form.typeform.com/to/Dn2yoPMe
Deadline Registration: April 30, 2026