Apply for ASEAN-China Youth Exchange Camp

During the implementation, ASEAN Foundation will work with Xiamen University as the appointed local organiser.

The programme is designed and dedicated to the talented students from 10 ASEAN countries and China who are keenly interested in fostering ASEAN-China relations. Selected delegates will participate in series of educational and cultural activities in Xiamen and Quanzhou, China from 26 to 31 August 2024.

The varying modes of learning sessions are tailored to provide greater insights into the highlighted topic, “Digital Economy – Fostering ASEAN-China Partnership through Digital Economy Cooperation for Sustainable Economic Growth” as well as furthering and promoting ASEAN-China relations. The sessions aim to equip youths with knowledge and understanding by facilitating (1) a roundtable discussion (plenary session) by inviting experts, academicians, and practitioners through moderated sessions; (2) a series of lectures from professors and academics to deliver proposed topics such as; a) Introduction and History of China, b) introduction of ASEAN and ASEAN-China relations, c) Chinese Economic, Trade & Investment – Belt & Road Initiative, d) China in a Global Context: China as a Superpower and the Chinese Communist Party, e) China Perspectives: South China Sea, and f) Digital Economy and Sustainable Economic Growth; (3) Focus Group Discussions & Group Presentations, to promote people-to-people dialogues and present their findings; (4) Cultural Sessions and (5) Experiential Learning – Visits to Historical and Cultural Sites as well as Institution working for ASEAN-China relations.

Benefits 

• The programme will be fully funded by the organisers. It includes round trip from city of the country of origin to Xiamen and Quanzhou, China for the ASEAN China Youth Exchange Camp, accommodation and meals.
• Provides you an opportunity to obtain a deeper understanding on ASEAN-China relations.
• An exciting and unforgettable lifetime experience with them and your peers from other ASEAN Member States and China.
• A network of young leaders from across the ASEAN region and China.

Eligibility Criteria 

• Tertiary education students with the following qualifications are eligible to apply:
  • ASEAN Students
    • Enrolled as a student of tertiary education institution in the ASEAN Member States, taking diploma or undergraduate studies (or equivalent level) from any disciplines when the programme takes place.
    • A citizen of one of the 10 ASEAN Member States.
    • Reside in one of the 10 ASEAN member countries when the programme takes place.
    • Between 18 and 25 years of age when the programme takes place
    • English proficient, verbal and written
    • Be available to travel to Xiamen and Quanzhou, China between 25 August to 1 September 2024
    • Be committed to learning and personal growth.
  • China Students 
    • A citizen of People’s Republic of China.
    • Enrolled as a student of tertiary education institution in China, taking diploma or undergraduate studies (or equivalent level) from any disciplines when the programme takes place.
    • Reside in China when the programme takes place.

For more information, visit ASEAN Foundation.