The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) is delighted to announce the AUAP Election 2026
Timeline AUAP Election 2026 (As of March 17)
List of AUAP Election Candidate 2026
Manifesto - Videos
AUAP Election Committees - 2026( Biodatas)
AUAP Election 2026 Timeline, Voting Schedule and Candidate Manifestos. (April 14, 2026)
On behalf of the Chairman and Members of the AUAP Election Committee 2026 , the Secretariat is pleased to share with you the approved list of candidates for the AUAP Election 2026.
All candidates have undergone a thorough review process, and their qualifications and mandatory requirements have been carefully verified. Their eligibility to contest the election was formally approved during the meetings of the AUAP Election Committee:
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August 15 (At 08:00 am., Bangkok, Thailand Time) |
Secretariat conducts voting in advance for AUAP Members unable to physically attend the AUAP General Assembly Meeting scheduled on September 15 at John von Neumann University, Kecskemét, Hungary
Remark: The online link for casting advance votes will be shared with Members on August 1. |
Secretary and AUAP Election Committee 2026.
The AUAP Secretariat, Headquarters at Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand .
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August 31 |
Advance Voting Closed. (At 24.00 pm., Bangkok, Thailand Time) |
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September 15 |
-Conduct of AUAP Elections 2026 -Announcement of Results (Advance voting and Physical voting) at John von Neumann University, Kecskemét, Hungary.
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September |
AUAP Election Committee Meeting
Remarks: Certification of the 2026 Election Results. |
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To be eligible to cast a vote in the AUAP Election 2026, members are encouraged to ensure that their 2025 membership fees are fully settled, and, if possible, to proceed with membership renewal for 2026.
For your reference, please find attached the manifestos and video presentations of the candidates for the following positions:
President (Click to watch the video)
Should you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the Secretariat at secretariat@auap.org.
Thank you very much for your continued support.
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Dear Esteemed Members,
The Secretariat is pleased to share the list of candidates for the positions of President, First Vice President, Second Vice President, and Executive Board for the AUAP Election 2026, as approved by the AUAP Election Committee 2026.
Timelines:
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15 August 2026
Advance Voting: The AUAP Election Committee 2026 represented by the Secretariat will conduct the AUAP Election 2026
The voting link will be shared on 10 August 2026. -
31 August 2026
Close of advance voting. -
15 September 2026
Physical Voting: The AUAP Election Committee 2026 will conduct the AUAP Election 2026 and announce the results at John von Neumann University, Kecskemét, Hungary.
This issues with the approval of the Chairman of AUAP Election Committee Assoc.Prof. Dr Andy Pusca.
Please find attached the list of eligible members to cast their votes.
If your institution is not included in the list, kindly contact the Secretariat at email: secretariat@auap.org
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Urgent! Rescheduling 38th AUAP Annual Conference and 18th AUAP General Conference to September 15–17, 2026, John von Neumann University, Kecskemét, Hungary. (March 19, 2026)
As you know, the conflict in the Middle East has created an extraordinary situation that has significantly complicated travel and visa processing for the 38th AUAP Annual Conference, scheduled to take place May 19–21, 2026, at John von Neumann University (JvNU) in Kecskemét, Hungary.
Secretary General Prof. Dr. Anoop Swarup has been in close communication with the organisation community to ensure the safety of all participants and to identify suitable alternative dates. Following these consultations, the proposed new dates for the 38th AUAP Annual Conference are 15–17 September 2026.
In light of these developments, we now propose and confirm that the 18th AUAP General Conference will also be rescheduled to September 15–17, 2026, at John von Neumann University in Hungary, and that the 18th AUAP General Assembly, which was to have been held on October 29–30, 2026, at SIAS University in China, so that both events can be organized together.
The 38th AUAP Annual Conference in conjunction with the 18th AUAP General Conference is organized by John von Neumann University (Hungary), Sias University (P.R. China), Daffodil International University (Bangladesh), and Co-hosted by the World University Rankings for Innovation (South Korea), Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (United Kingdom), Iqra University (Pakistan), Panpacific University (Philippines), Rizal Technological University (Philippines), Siam University (Thailand), the Master’s Institute Development Academy & Seminary (Thailand).
The conference's theme is on “Reimagining Higher Education in the Age of AI: Innovation, Inclusion and Impact for a Sustainable Future”.
The aim of the conferences is to bring together
1. European-Asian and Global South Universities cooperation and networking,
2. Discussion of future megatrends in the age of AI (geopolitics, sustainability,
technological and educational collaborations),
3. Exchange of experiences and best practices between universities collaboration,
4. Peaceful cooperation for a more sustainable world.
On behalf of the association, we cordially invite you to please adjust your travel plans and tickets for September 15–17, 2026, so that you can participate in the 38th AUAP Annual Conference in conjunction with the 18th AUAP General Assembly. We are pleased to introduce our host partners below:
-Prof. (Dr.) Norbert Csizmadia, AUAP Goodwill Ambassador, and former President of Board of Trustees of JvNU, and Chair of AUAP conferences.
-Assoc. Prof. Dr. József Kárpáti, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business, and Chair of the AUAP Conference Organizing Committee.
-Dr. Balázs György Forman, Associate Professor, and Member of the AUAP Conference Organizing Committee.
Email:
Karpati.Jozsef@nje.hu
-Dr. Shawn Chen, President of the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP), former President of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), former President of AUAP, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Sias University in China, and Chair of the AUAP Conferences.
-Dr. Julian Yue, Director of International Affairs at Sias University (China) and Member of the AUAP Conference Organizing Committee.
Email: yuejunliang@sias.edu.cn
-Mr. Abdul 'Dewale Mohammed, Founder and Group CEO of the Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (AASGON) (United Kingdom) and Member of the AUAP Conferences Organizing Committee.
Email: aasgon@live.co.uk
-Dr. Md. Sabur Khan, former President of AUAP, Founder & Chairman, Daffodil International University, Bangladesh.
-Mr. Kazi Mesbah Ur Rahman, Head of Operations at Admission.ac (a concern of Daffodil Group), Daffodil International University, Bangladesh.
Email: oia@daffodilvarsity.edu.bd
We look forward to welcoming you to Kecsketmet, Hungary!
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Announcement of AUAP Election 2026, October 29,2026 at Sias University, Zhengzhou, P.R. China. (December 29, 2025)
The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) is pleased to announce the commencement of preparations for the AUAP Election 2026, in accordance with the approval of the 60th AUAP Executive Board Meeting held on November 12, 2025, at the Amari Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand.
The Board has approved that the AUAP Election 2026 will be conducted during the 19th AUAP General Conference, to be hosted by Sias University, Zhengzhou and Xinzheng, on October 29, 2026. This election will determine the following positions for the term January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2028:
· President of AUAP
· First Vice President
· Second Vice President
· AUAP Executive Board Members
Once finalized by the AUAP Election Committee 2026, the Secretariat will circulate the qualifications, responsibilities, and eligibility criteria for all candidates. Please note that only active AUAP members for the years 2024–2026 who have completed their membership dues are eligible to vote in this election.
We are pleased to share with you the approved AUAP Election Committee 2026, as follows:
1. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Corneliu Andy Pușcă – President of Administrative Board, Danubius International University, Romania; Former Second Vice President of AUAP (Chairman)
2. Mr. Abdul 'Dewale Mohammed – Founder & Group Executive President, The Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (AASGON), United Kingdom (Committee)
3. Mr. Stephen Krempl – CEO, Krempl Communications International, USA (Committee)
4. Dr. Bala Surya Kumble – Executive Chair, Global Knowledge Alliance (GKA), Australia (Committee)
5. Mr. Kok-yin Lau – Managing Director, Krempl Communications International, Singapore (Committee)
6. Dr. Supaporn Chuangchid – Committee Member and Secretary
The Secretariat will soon send a formal call for nominations to all AUAP members.
For further information or inquiries, please contact the Secretariat at secretariat@auap.org
Attached herewith, please find the formal Letter of Appointment issued to each member of the AUAP Election Committee 2026.
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Announcement of AUAP Election 2026, October 29,2026 at Sias University, Zhengzhou, P.R. China
Appointment AUAP Election Committee 2026. (December 26, 2025)
Dear
AUAP Election Committee 2026
The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) is pleased to announce the commencement of preparations for the AUAP Election 2026, in accordance with the approval of the 60th AUAP Executive Board Meeting held on November 12, 2025, at the Amari Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand.
The Board has approved that the AUAP Election 2026 will be conducted during the 19th AUAP General Conference, to be hosted by Sias University, Zhengzhou and Xinzheng, on October 29, 2026. This election will determine the following positions for the term January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2028:
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President of AUAP
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First Vice President
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Second Vice President
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AUAP Executive Board Members
Once finalized by the AUAP Election Committee 2026, the Secretariat will circulate the qualifications, responsibilities, and eligibility criteria for all candidates. Please note that only active AUAP members for the years 2024–2026 who have completed their membership dues are eligible to vote in this election.
We are pleased to share with you the approved AUAP Election Committee 2026, as follows:
1. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Corneliu Andy Pușcă – President of Administrative Board, Danubius International University, Romania; Former Second Vice President of AUAP (Chairman)
2. Mr. Abdul 'Dewale Mohammed – Founder & Group Executive President, The Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (AASGON), United Kingdom (Committee)
3. Mr. Stephen Krempl – CEO, Krempl Communications International, USA (Committee)
4. Dr. Bala Surya Kumble – Executive Chair, Global Knowledge Alliance (GKA), Australia (Committee)
5. Mr. Kok-yin Lau – Managing Director, Krempl Communications International, Singapore (Committee)
6. Dr. Supaporn Chuangchid – Committee Member and Secretary
The Secretariat will soon send a formal call for nominations to all AUAP members.
For further information or inquiries, please contact the Secretariat at secretariat@auap.org
Attached herewith, please find the formal Letter of Appointment issued to each member of the AUAP Election Committee 2026.
Dear
AUAP Election Committee 2026
The Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP) is pleased to announce the commencement of preparations for the AUAP Election 2026, in accordance with the approval of the 60th AUAP Executive Board Meeting held on November 12, 2025, at the Amari Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand.
The Board has approved that the AUAP Election 2026 will be conducted during the 19th AUAP General Conference, to be hosted by Sias University, Zhengzhou and Xinzheng, on October 29, 2026. This election will determine the following positions for the term January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2028:
· President of AUAP
· First Vice President
· Second Vice President
· AUAP Executive Board Members
Once finalized by the AUAP Election Committee 2026, the Secretariat will circulate the qualifications, responsibilities, and eligibility criteria for all candidates. Please note that only active AUAP members for the years 2024–2026 who have completed their membership dues are eligible to vote in this election.
We are pleased to share with you the approved AUAP Election Committee 2026, as follows:
1. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Corneliu Andy Pușcă – President of Administrative Board, Danubius International University, Romania; Former Second Vice President of AUAP (Chairman)
2. Mr. Abdul 'Dewale Mohammed – Founder & Group Executive President, The Africa Asia Scholars Global Network (AASGON), United Kingdom (Committee)
3. Mr. Stephen Krempl – CEO, Krempl Communications International, USA (Committee)
4. Dr. Bala Surya Kumble – Executive Chair, Global Knowledge Alliance (GKA), Australia (Committee)
5. Mr. Kok-yin Lau – Managing Director, Krempl Communications International, Singapore (Committee)
6. Dr. Supaporn Chuangchid – Committee Member and Secretary
The Secretariat will soon send a formal call for nominations to all AUAP members.
For further information or inquiries, please contact the Secretariat at secretariat@auap.org
Attached herewith, please find the formal Letter of Appointment issued to each member of the AUAP Election Committee 2026.