Asia–Europe Science Diplomacy Youth Summit 2025

Asia–Europe Foundation (ASEF) offers a platform for early-career professionals to engage in science and technology diplomacy through a two-month programme, including online training and an in-person summit in Copenhagen, Denmark. The online training runs from 23 October to 4 December 2025, followed by the Youth Summit from 15 to 18 December 2025. The programme is fully funded, with travel, accommodation, and meals support for summit attendees.

Access to online training and in-person summit; travel, accommodation, and meals covered; networking with peers, policymakers, and science leaders.

Ideal participants include early-career professionals under 35 working in the intersection of science, technology, and international relations, specifically civil society, government, and academia. Applicants must be citizens of eligible Asian or European countries and fluent in English.

Visit the ASEF programme page to find the application link and overview documents.