The 16^th AWGEE Meeting was held online on 10 July 2024 with Myanmar serving as the host and Cambodia acting as the chair for the meeting. The meeting was also attended by delegations from all AMS (ASEAN Member States), ASEAN Partners and the ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC).

The Malaysian delegation that participated in the 16^th AWGEE Meeting consisted of officers from the International Relations Section and the Environmental Education Section, Strategic Communications Division (BKS), Department of Environment (DOE), led by Ms. Roslina binti Diwa, Principal Assistant Director of BKS, DOE.

During the 16^th AWGEE Meeting, Malaysia reported on its collaboration with GIZ (German Agency for International Cooperation GmbH) and ASEC in assisting AMS to reassess and improve the “ASEAN Guidelines on Eco-Schools,” which have been in use since 2012. This initiative aligns with Malaysia’s experience in implementing the Sustainable Schools Environmental Award (SLAAS) program and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Malaysia also hopes that these guidelines will strengthen cooperation among ASEAN schools. Sharing experiences and best practices can also help AMS enhance the integration of sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in educational institutions.