Applications are now open for the Asia-Europe Training and Youth Summit on Science and Technology Diplomacy 2026.
This prestigious program is organized by the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) for early-career professionals working in science, technology, innovation, and international relations. The program includes an online training phase followed by a fully funded in-person Youth Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Application Deadline: Sunday, 21 June 2026 It is free to apply with no application or participation fee. Selected participants for the Youth Summit will receive full support including travel subsidies, accommodation, and meals.
Key Details:
- Program Type: Training + Youth Summit on Science and Technology Diplomacy
- Host Organization: Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF)
- Online Training Period: 22 July – 8 October 2026
- Youth Summit Dates: 19 – 24 October 2026
- Youth Summit Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
- Number of Participants: 100–120 for Online Training | Around 40 for In-Person Summit
- Application Fee: None (Completely Free)
- Financial Support: Fully funded for the in-person summit (travel subsidies, accommodation, and meals provided)
- Target Group: Early-career professionals up to 35 years old from Asia and Europe
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What This Program Offers:
- Deep knowledge and practical skills in Science and Technology Diplomacy
- The ability to understand how science and technology influence global policy and international relations
- Stronger intercultural communication and negotiation skills for working across cultures
- A powerful professional network of young leaders, experts, and policymakers from Asia and Europe
- Opportunity to co-create and present a Youth Declaration to high-level stakeholders
- Hands-on learning through expert-led workshops and real-world case studies
- International exposure and recognition in the field of science diplomacy
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Be 35 years old or younger
- Hold citizenship of one of the eligible countries in Asia or Europe (full list below)
- Have excellent English skills (speaking and writing)
- Currently work as:
- A Research or Science Manager in universities, research organizations, or professional bodies, OR
- A Diplomat or Government Official working on international science and technology cooperation
- Not be an undergraduate student or PhD student/candidate
Eligible Regions: Asia: Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam.
Europe: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Focus Areas:
- Science and Technology Diplomacy
- International Science Collaboration
- Science Policy and Global Governance
- Innovation Diplomacy
- Research Management and International Relations
- Cross-Cultural Communication in Science
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How to Apply:
- Visit the official application page
- Fill out the application form with your details and motivation
- Submit before 21 June 2026
