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exploreASEAN — Building Bridges for Young Talents
Building Bridges for Young Talents — that is what exploreASEAN stands for.
Since 2015, exploreASEAN has been building bridges between Swiss business education and Southeast Asia. Now in its 12th edition, a new group of final-year FHNW students is ready to take on Southeast Asia — exploring two of the region's most dynamic economies, meeting companies and institutions on the ground, and bringing back insights that go far beyond the classroom.
The journey is made possible by the companies and organisations that believe in the next generation and who invest in a direct line to internationally minded talent.
Check out last Year's trip
17 days. 3 countries. One unforgettable journey.
Get a first glimpse of what the 11th edition of exploreASEAN looked like on the ground. Under the theme SmartASEAN: Innovate Beyond Borders, the 11th edition took our delegation to Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia - exploring how Southeast Asia is shaping the future through sustainable growth, technology and cross-border collaboration.
Become a Partner
Invest in the next generation. Build your brand. Connect with Southeast Asia. Become a partner of exploreASEAN 2026/27.
With you as a partner, we are eager to delve deeper into the ASEAN region’s expertise. We cordially invite you to join us in forging a mutually beneficial partnership as we embark on this exciting project together.
Are you ready to make an impact and gain a front-row seat to the future of ASEAN?
Timeline 2026/27
Mark Your Calendar — Here's What's Coming
September, 2026
Application Opening,
Start of selecting the Delegation
December, 2026
Application Closure,
selection process will be finalised
February 15 to 19, 2027
Seminar in Switzerland
at Campus Olten,
where theory meets practice, and students meet partners
March 14 to April 4, 2027
Seminar Abroad,
two weeks across Vietnam - Philippines - Singapore
First Week of May, 2027
Closing Event in Olten,
where the journey ends and the next one begins — all four ISP delegations present at Campus Olten
September, 2026
Roadshows
Basel, Brugg-Windisch and Olten
October, 2026
Roadshows Online Sessions
via Microsoft Teams
January, 2027
Delegation members will be informed about selection
by supervisor
January, 2027
First Delegation Meeting
Meet the People behind the Project
We are honoured to represent the 2026/27 project team of the prestigious International Student Project (ISP) exploreASEAN, continuing the legacy of excellence built by the dedicated teams before us.
As we embark on this next chapter, we are driven by a shared commitment to create a meaningful and impactful edition — one that connects people, cultures and ideas across borders. Under the theme From Factory to Future: Resilient Value Chains in ASEAN, we will take our delegation to Vietnam, Singapore and the Philippines to explore how Southeast Asia is reshaping global business — and what this means for Switzerland.
We look forward to sharing this journey with you. Follow along as we document every step — from the seminar in Olten to the streets of Hanoi, Manila and Singapore.
Your exploreASEAN 2026/27 team:
Claude, Carla, Laura, Thimo, Stefania & Patrick
