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The ASEAN-Japan Centre (AJC) has officially launched the ASEAN-Japan Young Experts Fellowship Program 2025–2026. This prestigious fellowship supports emerging researchers and thought leaders from Southeast Asia and Japan by providing funding and a platform for interdisciplinary research. The goal is to contribute to sustainable regional development through collaborative, policy-relevant research projects.
About the Fellowship
The program is designed to strengthen ASEAN-Japan collaboration on critical socio-economic and environmental challenges. Fellows will conduct small-scale, cross-border research, present their findings via webinars, and publish policy briefs aimed at influencing regional cooperation and policy-making.
Key Objectives:
Promote stronger economic partnerships between ASEAN and Japan.
Foster academic and institutional linkages.
Encourage innovative solutions to regional socio-economic issues.
Degree Level
The ASEAN-Japan Young Experts Fellowship is not tied to a specific academic degree but is aimed at early-career researchers and professionals engaged in Fellowship-level research.
Eligible Research Topics
Proposals must be related to ASEAN and/or Japan and focus on one or more of the following areas:
Economic Partnership Agreements (EPA) / Free Trade Agreements (FTA) Utilization
Decarbonization and Renewable Energy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance and Workforce Development
Green Supply Chains and Circular Economy
Sustainable Tourism
Carbon Trading and Environmental Markets
Digital Empowerment of Women Entrepreneurs
Fellowship Benefits
Grant Funding: ¥150,000 per project
Professional Exposure: Present research through webinars and policy briefs
Networking Opportunities: Join a regional research community
Career Development: Gain international recognition and policy influence
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be a citizen of an ASEAN Member State or Japan
Hold a PhD completed within the last 5 years, or have 5–10 years of relevant work experience without a PhD
Propose a research project that fosters ASEAN-Japan collaboration
Apply individually or as part of a team
Complete research by March 31, 2026
Eligible ASEAN Countries:
Brunei Darussalam
Cambodia
Indonesia
Laos
Malaysia
Myanmar
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
Vietnam
Application Process
To apply, visit the official program page:
ASEAN-Japan Young Experts Fellowship 2025–2026
Important: Ensure you read the complete application guidelines before submitting your proposal.
Key Dates:
Applications Open: May 26, 2025
Deadline: June 15, 2025
Online Interviews: July 10–15, 2025
Fellows Announced: July 31, 2025
Grant Disbursement: August 1, 2025
Why You Should Apply
Become part of a high-impact regional research initiative.
Strengthen your academic and policy influence in Southeast Asia and Japan.
Collaborate with a network of professionals tackling urgent regional challenges.
Contribute to meaningful and sustainable ASEAN-Japan development goals.
