The 2025 General Assembly of SATU Presidents' Forum of Southeast and South Asia and Taiwan Universities (SATU Presidents' Forum) held on March 12-13, 2025. The National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) hosted the 2025 General Assembly, uniting the Presidents and representatives from 65 universities across 8 countries. The General Assembly, themed "Sustainable Governance for University" emphasized the vital role of universities in cultivating future leaders and advancing societal development amidst global challenges. Engaging discussions highlighted sustainability, digital transformation, and cultural heritage, reinforcing a collective commitment to innovate and collaborate for a stronger higher education network.

Chair of the SATU Presidents’ Forum, President Meng-Ru Shen of NCKU, expressed gratitude to all member universities for their commitment to building a robust higher education network that fosters partnerships and innovation. Chair Prof. Hong-Chen Chen, Secretary-General of the SATU Presidents’ Forum and Executive Vice President of NCKU, stated that since its establishment in 2003, the SATU Presidents’ Forum has become a key academic and research platform comprising 105 member institutions from 10 countries.

The IIT Bombay became a member university during 2013-14 Steering Committee. Since than IIT Bombay sustain their cooperation in forum and the involvement in various activities. This year's General Assembly, Prof. Shireesh Balwant Kedare, Director of IIT Bombay, India, was elected as the new SATU Chair by the Steering Committee Members. The SATU forum will continue to strengthen its global presence and foster new collaborations and partnerships among member universities in leadership of IIT Bombay.

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