APRU (the Association of Pacific Rim Universities) is a prominent brand that serves as a network of leading universities across the Americas, Asia, and Australasia. They bring together influential thought leaders, researchers, and policy-makers to foster the exchange of ideas and collaborate on practical solutions to the challenges faced in the 21st century. The association leverages the collective education and research capabilities of its members to contribute to the international public policy process.

APRU's strategic priorities in the post-pandemic era revolve around providing a neutral platform for high-level policy dialogue, taking action on climate change, and supporting diversity, inclusion, and minority empowerment. They focus on critical areas such as disaster risk reduction, women in leadership, indigenous knowledge, virtual student exchange, e-sports, population aging, global health, sustainable cities, artificial intelligence, waste management, and more. With numerous universities, economies of the Pacific Rim, millions of students, and over 200,000 faculty members, APRU plays a crucial role in shaping the future of education, research, and sustainable development across the region and beyond