It is with great pride that I welcome you to the Faculty of Public Policy and Sustainable Development at the Asian Institute of Technology. The Faculty was established in response to a moment of profound global change. Today’s world is marked by geopolitical uncertainty, climate emergencies, rapid technological transformation, and social and economic crises.
These global dynamics are reflected in environmental degradation, widening social and gender inequalities, regional conflicts and political instability, population mobility and displacement, and uneven development. These challenges are reshaping how policy is conceived, implemented, and contested, and they demand leaders, practitioners, activists, and researchers who can navigate complexity with integrity, evidence, and compassion.
Building on AIT’s long-standing strengths in development studies, governance, and interdisciplinary research, the Faculty of Public Policy and Sustainable Development is committed to advancing innovative, inclusive, and evidence-based policy solutions and preparing a new generation of leaders, practitioners, activists, and researchers. At our Faculty, policy is understood as both an analytical and ethical endeavor—one that connects research, leadership, advocacy, and implementation to generate meaningful societal impact. Through strong partnerships with governments, international organizations, development agencies, civil society, and academic networks worldwide, we foster a dynamic learning environment that bridges theory and practice and connects local realities with global policy debates.
As Dean, I am committed to nurturing an inclusive, collaborative, and intellectually vibrant academic community, and I warmly invite you to join us in shaping more just, resilient, and sustainable futures.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Thi Phuoc Lai Nguyen
