11/09/2026
APPLICATIONS CLOSING SOON!
Applications are being accepted for the Young Leaders Programme 2026: Regional Cooperation and Next-Generation Solutions, organized as part of the 18th South China Sea International Conference.
📍 Location: Hanoi, Viet Nam
📅 Dates: 6–8 October 2026
✨ Only 8 Young Leaders will be selected!
The programme brings together emerging researchers and young professionals to exchange ideas, connect with leading scholars, practitioners and policymakers, and explore next-generation solutions for a peaceful, stable and prosperous South China Sea.
👤 Who Can Apply?
Applicants should:
• Be 20–35 years old at the start of the programme
• Be fluent in English
• Have a background in political science, international relations, international law or other social sciences
• Demonstrate a strong interest and commitment to maritime security and related issues
🎁 Fully Funded Benefits
Selected Young Leaders will receive:
✅ Round-trip economy airfare
✅ Three nights of accommodation
✅ Local transportation and meals
✅ Full participation in the 18th South China Sea International Conference and related activities
✅ Networking opportunities with scholars from leading think tanks and universities worldwide
✅ Certificate of Attendance
✅ Membership in the South China Sea Conference Young Leaders Programme Alumni Network
⏰ Application Deadline: 13 September 2026 at 23:59 (GMT+7)
📩 Selected candidates will be contacted by email with an invitation and further instructions. The selection process may take two weeks or longer after the application deadline.
🔎 Bring your ideas to the table, connect with regional and international experts, and contribute to shaping the next generation of regional cooperation and maritime solutions.
Details: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-C0yCqit53DBZSZ4ByVjghL6IzgjzKi0tAQ0Sb25f1RZSrQ/viewform?pli=1
