Application call for the Asia-Europe Training and Youth Summit 2025. A fully funded program hosted by Asia Europe Foundation offers an incredible opportunity to early career professionals from Asia and Europe working in the areas of Science, innovation, and technology to learn about science & technology diplomacy and its importance in Asia-Europe relations. The duration of the program is 2 months, which will take place from October to December 2025. The youth summit consists of two phases: 1) Online Training takes place between October 23 – December 4, 2025. (2) In-person Youth Summit that will take place between 15-18 December 2025 in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The selected delegates will receive comprehensive support, which includes Accommodation, meals, visa coverage, and air travel support to attend the Youth summit in Denmark. The application process is online. Applicants interested in the ASEF Training and Youth Summit need to submit their application by September 7th, 2025. Read more details about the program below
Asia-Europe Training & Youth Summit 2025 Denmark Overview
| Country | Denmark |
|---|---|
| Location | Remote, Copenhagen |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Eligible Countries | Citizens of Europe & Asia |
| Program Period | June 23 – December 19, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | September 7, 2025 |
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Program Objective
Mutual Knowledge Exchange: To foster mutual learning and knowledge on science & technology in Europe & Asia
Build Skills in Science & Technology: cultivate young leaders from Europe and Asia to build skills and knowledge
Build Valuable Network: Build a valuable peer-to-peer network for future collaboration and dialogues
Summit Coverage
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Denmark, offers comprehensive support for the Youth Summit in Denmark, which includes:
- Return Airtravel coverage to/from Denmark
- Accommodation & Meals during your stay
- Local Transportation coverage
- Visa Assistance/coverage
Program Structure
The Asia-Europe Training & Youth Summit on Science & Technology is delivered in two phases. Let’s discuss them in detail
Phase 1: Online Training
The online training consists of 7 weeks of online training, consists of interactive workshops and webinars that focus on the following topics:
- Science Impacting Diplomacy
- Diplomacy Impacting Science
- Innovation and Technology in Diplomacy
- Understanding personal, Cultural, and professional lenses
Phase 2: In Person Youth Summit in Denmark
The selected applicants from the online training will have an opportunity to attend the Youth Summit in Copenhagen, Denmark, that will take place between December 15-18, 2025. At the conference, young delegates will have an opportunity to engage in high-level discussions and shape the future of collaboration in vital areas.
Eligibility Criteria
The summit is inviting applications from applicants, fulfill the following criteria:
- Applicants from Asian & European countries are eligible to apply
- Applicants aged up to 35 years old can apply
- Excellent command in the English language. (Verbal & Written)
- Applicants currently working in the areas of science, technology, innovation, and international relations in Government or Civil Society
Selection is Based on:
- Individuals’ motivation for participation in the program
- Contribution to the program
- Have experience in the related topics
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Eligible Countries
Applicants from the following Asian and European countries are eligible to apply:
Asian Countries:
Pakistan, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Australia, Bangladesh, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, New Zealand, Brunei Darussalam, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Europe Countries
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Spain, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Portugal, Romania, Austria, Estonia, Finland, France, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Germany, Greece, Belgium, Bulgaria, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
Required Documents
- An updated CV/Resume
- Motivation Statement
- Verification of current role
How to Apply?
The application process is online via the official ASEF website. Applicants meeting the criteria need to visit the official link below, submit an online application, and submit it by September 7th, 2025.
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