The Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL) is a non-governmental organization (NGO). Its aim is to assist member institutions to strengthen themselves through mutual self-help to achieve distinction in teaching, research, and public service, thereby contributing to their respective nations and beyond.Established in Bangkok in January 1955, it is one of the oldest regional organizations in Southeast Asia.As of 2016 the ASAIHL Secretary-General is Dr Ninnat Olanvoravuth of Chulalongkorn University.