One of the most anticipated international youth forums is back with its 4th edition, this time taking place in Spain. Well, you heard it right, Spain is calling! The applications are now open to apply for the Young Economic Forum (YEF) 2025. CIPE (Center for International Political Economy), in collaboration with Spain Business School, is hosting the fourth edition of the YEF in Madrid, Spain, from November 9-11, 2025. The YEF forum serves as a unique platform for young changemakers to collaborate and engage in meaningful dialogue on pressing global economic challenges.
The YEF 4.0 is one of the largest youth forums, bringing together passionate youth, policymakers, and experts from around the world to discuss key economic challenges and opportunities. The forum is calling applications from changemakers aged 16-45 Years from all around the world, regardless of any academic background or profession; however, preference will be given to students and emerging leaders in public economics or other related fields. The host organization is offering various flexible participation categories to attend the forum, e.g., Fully Funded/Self Funded. YEF offers generous support to the applicants selected under the fully funded category, which includes Meals, air travel coverage, accommodation, field visits, an Alumni badge, and more.
This is your chance to shape the future of the Global economy on the global platform; therefore, don’t miss out. The application window for the forum is currently open, and the deadline for submitting applications is September 22, 2025. Read more details about the program below.
Young Economic Forum (YEF) 2025 Overview
- Programme: YEF 4.0
- Host Organization: CIPE & Spain Business School
- Location: Madrid, Spain
- Coverage: Fully Funded/Self Funded
- Open for: All Nationals
- Duration: 3 Days
- Dates: Nov 9-11, 2025
- Application Deadline: September 22nd, 2025
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Coverage
The forum offers the following support to the delegates selected under the fully funded category:
- Official Invitation Letter by Spain Business School
- Meals during the program
- Air travel support
- Personalized Merchandise
- Fields visits, along with renowned economists
- Internship opportunity at the host organization
- Virtual course scholarship
- Alumni Badge
- Accommodation for the program duration
Eligiblity Criteria:
- YEF is accepting applications from all nationals
- Young changemakers, regardless of academic field and profession, are invited to submit their applications.
- Applicants aged 16-45 years old can apply
- Preference will be given to the students or emerging leaders in the public economy or related fields
- Demonstrate interest in economic development and policy making.
YEF Features
- Explore renowned Global financial Hubs
- Gain valuable insights from top Think Tanks
- Cross-cultural dialogue and international relations
- Experience diverse diplomatic pathways
Forum Modules:
- North-South Economic Cooperation
- The Future of the Digital Economy in the Age of AI
- Understanding Global Political Economy
- Economic Diplomacy & Strategy
- Sustainable Growth & Green Transition
Benefits
- Represent yourself on the global stage
- Explore Madrid, one of the vibrant cities of Spain
- A tailored program consists of keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops, and aims to foster dialogue and collaboration
- YEF offers networking events to broaden your connections
- Official participation certificate by the CIPE & Spain Business School
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How to Apply for YEF 4.0?
Applicants interested in the Young Economic Forum 2025, in Madrid, Spain, need to submit an online application along with a CV and a statement of interest via the official portal. The participation fee for the YEF is $16.99 USD.
APPLY FOR YEF 4.0, Madrid, Spain
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