Decades of economic growth have finally given Asian countries the opportunity to invest significantly in higher education. As part of the effort, a great number of new universities were created. These ambitious young institutions are tasked with critical missions, from training the future workforce to nurturing the next generation of leaders, and from catalyzing economic growth to addressing global challenges.

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However, achieving these missions is not easy. While some young universities have rapidly gained global importance, some struggle to find a sustainable way to grow.

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In this dialogue, two pioneering figures in Asian higher education shared their lessons in founding new universities. These universities have grown to be the best ones in their countries and the world. Tune in to find out what are the key elements for their success.