From April 22 to 24, Dr. Shawn Chen, President of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP), Founder and Chairman of Sias University, attended the 2025 Asia Universities Summit (THE) hosted by the Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST). During this period, he also participated in the "Artificial Intelligence Leadership Roundtable." Accompanying him were representatives from the Office of International Affairs.

During the April 22 closed-door "Artificial Intelligence Leadership Roundtable," Dr. Shawn Chen joined presidents and academic leaders from Tsinghua University, South Korea's Hanyang University, and Universiti Sungai Petaling Jaya in Malaysia to deliberate on the theme "How Universities Can Promote Responsible and Globally Impactful Artificial Intelligence Research." Dr. Chen underscored universities' dual role as both R&D hubs for AI technology and stewards of ethical innovation. He highlighted Sias University's pioneering "AI+Humanities" interdisciplinary program, through which the institution cultivates technology development aligned with human values. Emphasizing collaborative solutions, he noted IAUP's instrumental role in fostering global university partnerships for advancing responsible AI research.

As IAUP President, Dr. Shawn Chen held strategic meetings with senior leadership from THE and international university presidents during the summit. Discussions centered on enhancing collaborative efforts between IAUP and THE across three pillars: academic ranking methodologies, cross-border research collaboration frameworks, and global higher education policy development. Of particular note, Dr. Chen announced IAUP's 60th anniversary celebration scheduled for October, 2025, in Seoul, Korea, where he extended formal invitations to global universities to participate.

Under the theme "Asia’s Rise: A Transformative Journey in Science, Technology and Innovation," the summit—jointly organized by THE and MUST—convened nearly 700 global leaders from higher education institutions. This included university presidents, senior administrators, and policymakers who gathered to explore strategic pathways for higher education's future across three critical domains: science and technology innovation, sustainable development, and international collaboration.

Dr. Shawn Chen, President of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP), Founder and Chairman of Sias University, delivered a speech at the "Artificial Intelligence Leadership Roundtable."

Dr. Shawn Chen, President of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP), Founder and Chairman of Sias University, attended the 2025 Asia Universities Summit (THE).

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