Bildungsforum Asien 2025: German-Asian Forum on Vocational Education & Training

The German-Asian Forum on Vocational Training & Education organised by OAV – German Asia-Pacific Business Association and iMOVE: Training – Made in Germany will bring together high-ranking political decision-makers, education experts and industry leaders to explore the latest trends in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and networking opportunities to foster collaboration between German companies and Asian partners. It aims to establish and promote strong and sustainable German-Asian partnerships in the field of education. 

Are you from the German or Asian education sector? Are you or would you like to be active in the Asia-Pacific region with your educational programmes and equipment? Then you should not miss the German-Asian Forum on Vocational Training & Education!

Find the latest updates and news at the bottom of the page.

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Key Highlights:

• Insights into trends and developments in TVET across the Asia-Pacific region and Germany
• Keynote speeches and panel discussions with high-level policymakers, education experts and industry representatives
• Networking opportunities for key leaders in the German and Asian education landscape

Target Audience:
Approx. 80–100 participants, including:

• Representatives of German companies active in vocational training and education
• Political decision-makers from Germany and Asia
• High-level industry representatives

Special Participation:

• Ministers from the Asia-Pacific region will be invited to actively participate in the Forum

Possible Key Topics Include:

• Strengthening educational cooperation between Germany and Asia
• Challenges and opportunities for German education providers in Asia – Perspectives from industry and policy
• Collaborative Training for specific key sectors, e.g. advanced manufacturing, water treatment, renewables, waste management and chemicals
• Digital Up-and Reskilling: How can TVET lead the digital transition
• Making Migration Fair: How both countries can benefit
• Challenges and opportunities for German education providers in Asia – Perspectives from industry and policy

05/03/2025

Panelist Confimation: 

• Alok Kumar, CEO of NSDC International has confirmed his participation as a panelist.

Moderator Confirmation: 

• Enrico Rühle, Chairmen of the OAV – Working Group TVET & Chairman of the Advisory Board, FachkräfteWandel e.V., has confirmed his participation as a moderator.

27/02/2025

Minister from Bhutan: H.E. Yeezang De Thapa, Hon'ble Minister of Education and Skills Development of Bhutan, has confirmed her participation.

26/02/2025

Panelist Confirmation:

• Tobias Bolle, Director Vocational Education & Training Abroad at the German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK), has confirmed his participation as a panelist.
• Nils Haupt, Senior Director Corporate Communications at Hapag-Lloyd AG, has confirmed his participation as a panelist. 

24/02/2025

Panelist Confirmation: 

• Jan Heinze, Managing Director at Heinze Akademie, has confirmed his participation as a panelist.
• Dr. Daniel Büttner, CEO & Founder of COLCONS, has confirmed his participation as a panelist.

17/02/2025

MIDA Attendance Confirmation: A representative of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has confirmed its attendance.

30/01/2025

Opening Speech by Claudia Müller: The Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) has expressed interest in delivering the opening speech.

Indian Delegation: A delegation from the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the leadership of Alok Kumar, CEO of  NSDC International, have announced their visit.

Malaysian Delegation: A delegation from Malaysia has expressed interest in participating in the event.

International Interest: A total of six countries have expressed their interest in participating in the event.