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02-Apr-2026 Philippines *Mabuhay (Welcome/ Long Live) \| Kumusta? (How are you?) \| Maayong Buntag (Good morning)* Did you know…? The Philippines is a stunning archipelago of over 7,000 islands where East meets West. While Filipino and English are the official languages, the country’s soul is found in over 170 indigenous languages and a culture shaped by a vibrant mix of Austronesian, Spanish and American influences. From the world-renowned beaches of Boracay and the limestone lagoons of El Nido to the historic streets of Vigan and the bustling skyline of Manila, the nation perfectly balances tropical paradise with urban energy. The Philippines is a top global destination for English language learning, offering high-quality education, prestigious universities and a welcoming, cost-effective environment for students worldwide. National Secretariat organization/institution: Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Number of members: 82 View all UMAP institutions from this country
13-Feb-2026 Malaysia Hello \| Salam Sejahtera \| Vanakkam (வணக்கம்) \| 你好 (Nǐ hǎo) National Secretariat organization/institution UKM International Relations Centre (UKM Global) Number of members 22 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? Malaysia is a vibrant multicultural nation where Bahasa Malaysia, English, Mandarin, Tamil and many Indigenous languages are spoken. Its diversity shines through colourful festivals, rich heritage and a cuisine shaped by Malay, Chinese, Indian and Indigenous influences. From the ancient rainforest of Taman Negara and the beaches of Langkawi, to Mount Kinabalu and the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, Malaysia seamlessly blends natural beauty with modern progress. As a growing regional education hub, it offers globally recognised universities, strong international partnerships and a welcoming environment for students worldwide.
26-Nov-2025 Canada Hello! Bonjour! National Secretariat organization/institution British Columbia Council for International Education (BCCIE) Number of members 40 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? Canada has 2 official languages, French and English. Across Canada, you’ll hear many other languages being spoken too. In fact, more than 200 languages from around the world including 60 Indigenous languages are spoken.
18-Aug-2025 Brunei Darussalam Salam! National Secretariat organization/institution Universiti Brunei Darussalam Number of members 2 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? Brunei is home to some of the world’s most notable wildlife species, such as The Clouded Leopard, Black-and-Yellow Broadbill, and the Green-Crested Lizard.
02-Jul-2025 Malaysia As-Salaam-Alaikum! National Secretariat organization/institution Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Number of members 22 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? The city of Johor Bahru in Malaysia is connected to Singapore by 1.05 kilometer bridge called The Causeway.
31-Mar-2025 Thailand Sawasdee! National Secretariat organization/institution Office of the Permanent Secretary for Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Number of members 53 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? Rice is the primary agricultural export for Thailand.
10-Mar-2025 Indonesia Selamat! National Secretariat organization/institution Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember Number of members 23 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? The country of Indonesia is made up of about 17, 500 islands.
24-Jan-2025 Colombia Hola! National Secretariat organization/institution Colombian Association of Universities (ASCUN); Colombian Network for the Internationalization of Higher Education (RCI); Colombia Challenge Your Knowledge (CCYK). Number of members 55 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? Colombia is nicknamed the “gateway to South America” because it sits in the northwestern part of the continent where South America connects with Central and North America.
20-Dec-2024 Kazakhstan сәлем! National Secretariat organization/institution Karaganda Medical University Number of members 3 View all UMAP institutions from this country Did you know…? Kazakhstan is the largest state in Central Asia.