"Hands that move" campaign celebrates the people behind ASEAN’s progress.

Across the region, students, workers, entrepreneurs and communities are turning opportunity into action and ideas into real change.  

Because, ideas don’t wait.

Progress doesn’t stop.

Opportunities don’t disappear.

The European Union and ASEAN are building future stories through Global Gateway.

We don’t wait for change. We make it.

Together, our hands create a new future.

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Nadzri is a digital content creator from Brunei Darussalam. 

He is the co-owner and coach of HOM Fitness and Radio DJ at Kristal FM.

Through his socials, he shares stories that highlight Brunei’s automotive scenes and the country’s unique travel experiences. 

Join Nadzri as he meets Nouzhah and gets an exclusive ‘behind-the-scenes’ access to what keeps air travel safe!

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Jerhemy Owen

Jerhemy is a digital content creator from Indonesia. 

He is known for his interest and commitment to environmental issues.

Through his socials, he shares green solutions and promotes the role of youth in building a greener future for all.

Join Jerhemy as he meets Mujib at a waste management facility in the outskirts of Jakarta!

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Netdao

Nethdao is a digital content creator from Lao PDR. 

She truly believes in the power of youth to drive change.  

Through her socials, she embarks on different adventures: from building a school in a rural setup to learning more about the Green Cup Project.

Join Nethdao as she meets Chilanhouth (a.k.a. Bank) to explore the impact of digital skills on youth’s lives!

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Patrick Lee

Patrick is a digital content creator from Malaysia. 

He is known for supporting environmental sustainability.  

Through his socials, he features local stories. He believes in the power of local heroes to drive change.

Join Patrick as he meets Alicia to discover the fascinating world of Electric Vehicles (EV)!

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Qiyun Woo

Qiyun is a digital content creator from Singapore. 

She is an environmental & climate activist and artist.

Through her socials, she breaks down complex climate issues with visuals, making it accessible to her followers. 

Join Qiyun as she meets Carlo who is paving the way for the first commercialised paper batteries!

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Dr Dex Macalintal

Dr Dex is a digital content creator from the Philippines. 

He is a double-board certified physician and registered nutritionist-dietician specializing in lifestyle medicine.

Through his socials, he promotes healthier eating habits, addresses common medical/health misconceptions and shares practical medical tips.

Join Dr Dex as he meets Sam, a young medical student actively advocating for accessible health care for all!

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Prawee is a digital content creator from Thailand. 

He is a medical and engineering student.

Through his socials, he shares study tips and practical advice from his own academic journey.

Join Prawee as he meets Jibby, a vaccine researcher who found her way through a rap competition!

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Lucrecia

Lucrecia is a digital content creator from Timor Leste. 

Trained as a doctor, she is known for inspiring content on mobile clinics.

Through her socials, she shares insights on health, leadership and environment.

Join Lucrecia as she meets Vanessa and learns about nature-based solutions for farmers in the country!

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Supports safer and more efficient air travel across ASEAN. 

By connecting ASEAN aviation authorities with EU regulators and technical experts, it helps improve safety standards, training and air traffic management.  The result is a region where flying is more reliable, better regulated and ready for growing mobility and tourism.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Civil Aviation
 

Helps governments prepare high-quality infrastructure and development projects that can attract responsible international investments. 

Through technical assistance and project preparation supports, it turns good ideas into bankable projects that create jobs, improve services and support sustainable economic growth.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Investment Facility
 

Strengthens cooperation between universities and education authorities across ASEAN and the EU. 

Through recognition of qualifications, modern curricula and academic partnerships, students and graduates can gain skills that match real labour market needs and can access more opportunities across borders.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Higher Education Programme

Supports innovation by helping businesses, researchers and creators protect their ideas. 

By strengthening intellectual property systems and awareness across ASEAN, it encourages startups, creative industries and research collaboration, making it easier for innovation and entrepreneurship to grow.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Intellectual Property Rights

Supports ASEAN’s shift toward reliable and cleaner power systems. 

By connecting policymakers, regulators and technical experts from the EU and ASEAN, it helps improve energy planning, integrate renewable energy and strengthen regional electricity cooperation, so countries can keep the lights on while reducing emissions. 

More information on SCOPE (EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package) Energy - ASEAN Power Grid

Fosters EU-ASEAN cooperation on earth observation-based environmental services.

By improving the use of the EU’s Earth observation programme in ASEAN member states, it helps improve ASEAN’s resilience against disasters.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Digital

Improves how goods move across borders by supporting modern customs practices, transparent regulations and better alignment of standards.  

By making trade processes clearer and more predictable, it helps businesses especially SMEs access new markets and grow across the region.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Trade 

Helps improve maritime safety and environmental protection in regional waters.  

Through technical cooperation, training and regulatory support, it strengthens inspection systems, port safety practices and accident prevention so shipping remains safe, efficient and environmentally responsible.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Ship Safety

Supports training and certification systems for maritime workers across ASEAN. 

By sharing European and regional expertise, it helps improve professional standards, qualifications recognition and working conditions so seafarers can access better career opportunities and the global shipping industry can rely on a well-trained workforce.

More information on EU-ASEAN Sustainable Connectivity Package (SCOPE) Seafarers

Helps cities become cleaner, more livable and better prepared for climate challenges. 

The project supports urban planning, sustainable transport, energy efficiency and environmental management so rapidly growing cities can improve quality of life while reducing pollution and emissions.

More information on Smart Green ASEAN Cities (SGAC)