Are you an early- to mid-profession diplomat keen about shaping the way forward for Asia-Europe relations by means of public diplomacy? The Asia-Europe Foundation (ASEF) invites purposes for the 13th ASEF Public Diplomacy Training (ASEFPDT13)—a prestigious hybrid program designed to empower diplomats and civil servants with important public diplomacy expertise.
What is ASEFPDT13?
Launched in 2013, ASEFPDT is a specialised coaching program geared toward strengthening public diplomacy efforts throughout the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) area. The program options two core elements:
- Online Course: 15 September – 20 October 2025
- Face-to-Face Training in Singapore: 1–5 December 2025.
Financial Support
There are no registration or participation charges. The program covers journey (inside a ceiling) and lodging prices for chosen individuals.
What You’ll Learn?
The coaching enhances individuals’ capabilities in:
- Designing efficient public diplomacy campaigns
- Navigating AI instruments in digital diplomacy
- Understanding bi-regional dynamics and public perceptions
- Collaborating with state and non-state actors
- Strengthening Asia-Europe networks
The on-line part, led by DiploFoundation, requires 5–7 hours per week and consists of asynchronous lectures, collaborative peer-to-peer interactions, and one reside class per week. Successful completion of the web course is obligatory for becoming a member of the in-person coaching in Singapore, hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Singapore.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible candidates have to be:
- From one of many 53 ASEM Partner nations*
- Early-/mid-profession diplomats or civil servants at present working in Asia-Europe contexts
- Holders of an MA diploma (or BA with not less than 3 years of expertise)
- Highly proficient in English
- Interested in public diplomacy, public affairs, or communications.
How to Apply?
The course of includes two (02) steps:
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Nomination Submission by 1 August 2025:
Nominations (identify, designation, e-mail) have to be despatched by way of e-mail to ASEF’s contact and cc’d to [email protected]. -
Online Application Form: https://asef.org/projects/13th-asef-public-diplomacy-training-asefpdt13/
After nomination, candidates should submit an official endorsement letter, CV, and a motivation letter (a vital part of the choice) by means of a web-based type.
Final Notes
This is a extremely aggressive alternative with restricted seats, so make your application stand out! The choice outcomes will begin rolling out from the week of 15 August 2025.
The final date to apply for the 13th ASEF Public Diplomacy Training (ASEFPDT13) is Friday, 1 August 2025.
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