GWP SEA and AgroEcoVeda Forge Stronger Collaboration at Young AgroEcoVisionary 2025

Bali, Indonesia | August 15, 2025 – The Young AgroEcoVisionary 2025 international student competition gathered bright young innovators from ASEAN universities to design practical environmental solutions for the region. Held from 2–17 August 2025 in Bali, Indonesia, the event combined knowledge exchange, teamwork, and innovation to address pressing issues such as wastewater treatment, sustainable land use, and circular economy approaches.

Global Water Partnership Southeast Asia (GWPSEA) was represented by its Regional Coordinator, Mr. Raymond Valiant, who served as a jury member alongside 15 other experts from universities and regional organizations. Throughout the competition, student teams from Indonesia, Laos, the Philippines, and Vietnam presented solutions through 3D models and interactive simulations. Projects were evaluated on criteria including depth of analysis, innovation, social impact, and quality of teamwork.

 Figure 2 A signing MoU GWP SEA and Agro Eco Veda, GWP SEA 2025

A key highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Agro Eco Veda and GWP SEA. This agreement marks a commitment to deepen collaboration and jointly advance initiatives that strengthen water and environmental resilience across Southeast Asia.

The competition not only celebrated the creativity and dedication of youth but also emphasized the importance of cross-sector partnerships. By engaging with academia, civil society, and regional organizations, GWP SEA continues to foster capacity building and innovation, empowering future leaders to address climate and water challenges in the region.