The ASEF Training and Youth Summit 2025 is now accepting applications for its prestigious program taking place in Denmark. This unique initiative, organized by the Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF), offers a transformative experience combining a 7-week online training with a 4-day in-person summit in Copenhagen from 15–18 December 2025. Open to youth from Asia and Europe under the age of 35, the program promotes cross-regional collaboration in science, technology, and innovation. Best of all, there is no application fee.
Participants selected for the ASEF Training and Youth Summit will receive full financial support, including round-trip airfare, accommodation, meals, and visa costs. The summit aims to build capacity in Science and Technology Diplomacy, enhancing understanding and cooperation between Asia and Europe. If you are passionate about global challenges, innovation, and international diplomacy, this is an excellent opportunity to grow, connect, and contribute. Full details are available below.
Summit Summary
- Country: Denmark
- Location: Copenhagen
- Duration: 4 Days (15-18 December 2025)
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 7 September 2025
Benefits of the ASEF Training and Youth Summit
- Return Airfare
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Transport in Denmark
- Visa Fees.
Eligibility Criteria for the ASEF Training and Youth Summit
- Citizens of Asia and Europe are eligible.
- Good knowledge of English.
- Currently working as a Research or Science Manager (Civil Society) or a Diplomat or Government Official (Government) in one of the eligible Asian and European Countries.
* Asia: Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Korea, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and 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 and the United Kingdom.
Format of the ASEF Training and Youth Summit
The Asia-Europe Training and Youth Summit on Science and Technology Diplomacy will be held from October to December 2025. The two main components are:
- Online Training: Participants will engage in virtual learning sessions focusing on:
- Science Impacting Diplomacy
- Diplomacy Impacting Science
- Innovation and Technology in Diplomacy
- Understand the personal, cultural views of yourself, other stakeholders when engaging in Science and Technology Diplomacy
- In-person Youth Summit: Selected participants from the online training will travel to Denmark to attend a conference.
How to Apply for ASEF Training and Youth Summit?
- Visit the official ASEF application portal.
- Apply online through the official ASEF website.
- Fill out the required form with accurate details.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ASEF’s Training and Youth Summit is a fully funded, hybrid programme on Science & Technology Diplomacy (23 Oct–4 Dec 2025 online, followed by a Youth Summit in Copenhagen, 15–18 Dec 2025). Open to early‑career professionals (≤35) from Asia & Europe. No fees; benefits include training, peer networking, expert workshops, and participation in a high‑level Summit.
What is the ASEF Training and Youth Summit?
The Asia‑Europe Training and Youth Summit on Science and Technology Diplomacy is a hybrid programme: a 7‑week online training (23 Oct–4 Dec 2025) followed by a Youth Summit in Copenhagen (15–18 Dec 2025) for early‑career science diplomats from Asia and Europe.
Who is eligible to join the ASEF Training and Youth Summit?
Eligibility is for early‑career professionals (up to 35) working as diplomats, government officials or science/research managers from eligible Asia and Europe countries, with excellent English and relevant experience in science and technology diplomacy.
What does the online training involve?
Participants attend a 7‑week online Training (23 Oct–4 Dec 2025), featuring interactive webinars and workshops on science‑diplomacy intersections, policy, innovation and intercultural communication, all led by experts from Asia and Europe.
What happens at the in‑person Youth Summit?
Selected online trainees are invited to an in‑person Youth Summit in Copenhagen (15–18 Dec 2025), where they’ll present a youth declaration at the European Science Diplomacy Conference and engage in dialogue and networking.
How many participants are selected for the online training?
Around 100 participants (two per eligible country across Asia and Europe) are selected for the 7‑week online training in science and technology diplomacy working across regions.
Is there any cost or fee to apply or participate?
No. There are no application or participation fees. Travel, accommodation, meals and visa costs for the in‑person Summit are covered for selected participants.
What are the key learning objectives?
The programme aims to deepen expertise in science and technology diplomacy, build intercultural communication skills, facilitate knowledge exchange across Asia‑Europe ecosystems, and foster peer networks for future collaboration.
What commitment is expected from participants?
Participants commit to: 13 live online sessions (~3 hours/week) during training; teamwork in Leadership in Action phase; and attendance at the full 4‑day Youth Summit in Copenhagen. Active engagement across phases is mandatory.
How is the programme structured?
The programme is in two parts: Phase 1 is a 7‑week online Training (webinars and workshops), Phase 2 is a 4‑day in‑person Youth Summit in Denmark. It’s part of the Asia‑Europe Science & Technology Diplomacy Initiative.
Who organizes the Youth Summit in Copenhagen?
The Youth Summit is hosted by Denmark’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and organised in partnership with CESSIT and ASEF under the Asia‑Europe Science & Technology Diplomacy Initiative.
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