Building the Road to GES 2026 at GEN Indonesia Annual Meeting

JAKARTA, INDONESIA — In a significant stride toward regional economic transformation, the Asia Institute of Sustainability Entrepreneurship and Diplomacy (AiSED) , as the sub-regional secretariat to the Southeast Asia Chapter of the UNESCO Entrepreneurship Education Network (EE-Net) participated in the GEN Indonesia Annual Meeting held in Jakarta on February 5th. 2026

The meeting served as a high-level forum to align strategic visions between AiSED and Indonesia’s leading entrepreneurial networks. Representing AiSED’s mission, the delegation underscored the institute’s dual role as a catalyst for sustainable development and as the Southeast Asia chapter of the UNESCO Entrepreneurship Education Network (EE-Net).

Strategic Pillar: Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) 2026

The primary objective of the meeting was the foundational planning for the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES) in November 2026. AiSED and GEN Indonesia have an understanding for a strategic collaboration to ensure the summit serves as a landmark event, positioning Indonesia as the epicenter of global innovation and inclusive growth.

A Convergence of Diplomacy and Community

The meeting was marked by the presence of key international and national partners, highlighting the "Diplomacy" pillar of AiSED’s mission:

• Global Solidarity: Dr. Wael, Secretary General of SKSEED, joined the discussions to represent the interests and collaborative potential of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries.

• National Impact: Dr. Dessy, representative of the national chapter of UNESCO EE-Net Indonesia, provided critical insights into AiSED’s community-centric projects, ensuring that the high-level goals of GES 2026 translate into measurable local impact.

  
  

Toward a Sustainable Future

As the regional chapter for UNESCO EE-Net, AiSED remains committed to tackling the most pressing social and economic challenges of our era. The shared goal established in Jakarta is clear: to host a truly inclusive regional event in 2026 that bridges the gap between grassroots entrepreneurship and global policy.

"Our meeting with GEN Indonesia marks more than just a partnership; it is the start of a multi-year journey to redefine the entrepreneurial landscape of Southeast Asia, by integrating sustainability and diplomacy into the heart of GES 2026, we are building a more resilient economic framework for the entire region."