DEBESMSCAT President Joins Philippine Delegation to China for CIEET and CSAF 2025

The journey toward internationalization continues as Dr. Arnel B. Millesca, President of the Dr. Emilio B. Espinosa Sr. Memorial State College of Agriculture and Technology (DEBESMSCAT), joined the Philippine delegation to China from April 8 to 13, 2025, marking a historic step forward in the college’s international academic engagement.

Hosted in Beijing, China, the prestigious visit included participation in the 30th China International Education Exhibition Tour (CIEET 2025) and the 21st China Study Abroad Forum (CSAF 2025), along with key university visits and meetings.

🔍 About the CIEET and CSAF

  • CIEET 2025 brought together academic institutions from across the globe to promote education opportunities, partnerships, and cultural exchange.
  • CSAF 2025, held on April 11, 2025, carried the theme: “Quality, Trust, Safety: For the Sustainable Development of International Education.”

This forum emphasized the importance of establishing trust-based, secure, and high-quality educational ecosystems that benefit both students and institutions worldwide.

đź’ˇ Why It Matters for DEBESMSCAT
By joining this official delegation, Dr. Millesca reaffirmed DEBESMSCAT’s commitment to:

  • Fostering international academic collaborations
  • Exploring study abroad programs for students and faculty
  • Benchmarking with leading global institutions
  • Promoting cultural diplomacy through education

With this international exposure, DEBESMSCAT is exploring future MOUs, student exchanges, and research collaborations—making internationalization more than just a goal, but a reality.