DBAR-SEA
DBAR-SEA aims to enhance Southeast Asian countries’ capacity in SDG monitoring and advancement using Big Earth Data under the DBAR framework, focusing on capacity building, joint research and technology customization.
Co-Chairs
Dr. Wenchao Xue Professor School of Engineering and Technology, Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand Email: wenchao.xue@ait.ac.th
Overview of Activities
DBAR-SEA launched its implementation roadmap, focusing on SDG monitoring methodologies, regional collaboration, capacity building and policy support. It officially launched at DBAR 2025 via a side event co-chaired by Dr. Wenchao Xue, who presented Thailand provincial SDG assessment research.
Events
• Official launch at DBAR 2025 (Chengdu, June 8–11, 2025)
• Co-chaired side event: "Advancing Sustainability through Digital Science and Innovation in Southeast Asia" (June 10, 2025)
• Witnessed MOU signing between NRCT and CBAS
• Co-chaired side event: "Advancing Sustainability through Digital Science and Innovation in Southeast Asia" (June 10, 2025)
• Witnessed MOU signing between NRCT and CBAS
Network Development
Partnerships include AIT, AIRCAS, CBAS, NRCT and ASEAN research/government agencies, leveraging DBAR’s network and ICoE platform for collaboration.
Deliverables
SDG assessment frameworks, research publications, demonstration projects, technology transfer, training workshops and regional cooperation mechanisms.
SDGs Addressed
SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 15 (Life on Land), SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).