Driving Asia's Economic Growth through High-Quality Higher Education and Innovation Practices

The development of high-quality higher education plays a pivotal role in driving sustainable economic growth, particularly within the framework of comprehensive development strategies.This study examines the intricate relationship between high-quality higher education and regional economic growth, utilizing panel data from Asia's strategic development initiatives (2014)(2015)(2016)(2017)(2018)(2019)(2020)(2021)(2022)(2023).The findings highlight the significant impact of higher education on local economic advancement, both directly and through its influence on innovation capacity.Regional innovation emerges as a key intermediary, bridging the contributions of higher education to economic growth by enhancing technological progress and industrial development.This study underscores the importance of targeted investments in higher education, fostering innovative talent, and strengthening regional innovation systems.By aligning these efforts with strategic policies, the research offers actionable insights for cultivating a resilient industrial ecosystem and promoting balanced, innovation-driven economic growth across Asia.