The Common Space in Southeast Asian Higher Education

Miguel Antonio  Lim; Soubin Sisavath; Mark Andrew Elepano

doi:10.6017/ihe.2025.125.21019

The Common Space in Southeast Asian Higher Education

Miguel Antonio Lim
, Soubin Sisavath
, Mark Andrew Elepano

Centre for Global Learning

University of Manchester
National University of Laos

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This article examines the promise and challenges of the Common Higher Education Space in Southeast Asia following the 2024 Joint Declaration signed by ASEAN and SEAMEO. While the declaration marks a key milestone in regional cooperation, persistent disparities in resources, readiness, and regulatory alignment reveal a collective action problem. The article argues that sustained political will, coordinated implementation, and inclusive engagement are essential for turning regional ambition into meaningful, long-term impact.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	29-30
Number of pages	2
Journal	International Higher Education Journal
Issue number	125
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.6017/ihe.2025.125.21019
Publication status	Published - 16 Dec 2025

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