As Malaysia assumes the ASEAN Chairmanship in 2025, the role of engineers in building regional connectivity and economic integration is more critical than ever—especially in our border regions, where collaboration is no longer an option but a necessity.

This forum focuses on “Engineers Without Borders”, a powerful narrative on how engineers are driving infrastructure, digital, and environmental transformation across key border corridors:


Our Experts from:
SiJoRi : Singapore - Johor - Riau

•   Ir. Prastiwo Anggoro, Chairman of International Body, Persatuan Insinyur Indonesia (PII).
•   Ir. David Puen, Chairman, The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia, Southern Branch (IEMSB).
•   Er. Simon Lee, Honorary Secretary, The Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES).


IMT-GT: Indonesia - Malaysia - Thailand

•   Ir. Andre Mulpyana, Deputy President of International Engineering Cooperation, Persatuan Insinyur Indonesia (PII)
•   Ir. Ts. Juliet Choo Lay Guat, Vice Chairlady, The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia, Penang Branch
•   Ir. Yeoh Su Hong, AER Exco Member, The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia, Kedah /Perlis Branch
•   Associate Professor Dr. Saravut Jaritngam, Faculty of Engineering, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla
•   Ir. Dr. Siow Chun Lim, AER Treasurer, The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia


BIMB-EAGA: Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia (East). Philippines (South)

•   Ir. Chin Lee Tuck, President, Pertubuhan Ukur Jurutera & Arkitek Brunei (PUJA)
•   Ir. Andre Mulpyana, Deputy President of International Engineering Cooperation, Persatuan Insinyur Indonesia (PII)
•   Ir. Stephanie Sim Hui Kheng, Immediate Past Chairperson, The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia, Sarawak Branch
•   Engr. Romulo R. Agatep, AER Country Registrar, Philippines, Philippine Technological Council (PTC)


Join us in this forum to explore how borderland regions are becoming launchpads for international engineering collaboration—and how engineers can seize these unique opportunities

These zones are rich with potential—from transport and logistics infrastructure, smart border towns, energy corridors, to cross-border engineering services. The session brings together public and private sector voices to explore:

•   Engineer mobility frameworks within ASEAN Cross-border project opportunities in infrastructure, energy, and smart cities
•   The need for mutual recognition and licensing alignment
•   How young engineers and SMEs can tap into regional demand
•   Strengthening engineering diplomacy through people-to-people and institutional


Keynote Presentation
Engineering ASEAN’s Border Futures by Senior Representative from IEM or Ministry of Works/ASEAN Secretariat

Case Spotlights

Framing engineering’s role in economic corridors and regional peacebuilding:
•   Each spotlight features a border zone representative (engineer/industry leader/academic) sharing cross- border projects, opportunities, and lessons learned. (10 minutes)

Panelists for Discussion
•   IEM Experts
•   ASEAN MRA representatives
•   Academics
•   Young Engineers of Young Engineer of Small and Medium Enterprises (SME)


Note: FREE REGISTRATION