MODEL ASEM SINGAPORE 2015
THE SILK ROAD RENAISSANCE: REDEFINING ASIA-EUROPE
SOCIO-CULTURAL & ECONOMIC ENGAGEMENT
10th April to 12th April | National University of Singapore
What is Model ASEM Singapore 2015?
Model ASEM Singapore 2015 will be held from 10 – 12 April 2015 at the National University of Singapore
(NUS) where 150 youth participants will role-play as leaders representing the 53 ASEM Member countries.
The initiative aims to enhance the understanding of the Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) process amongst
youth leaders in Asia and Europe. The three-day simulation incorporates elements of the actual ASEM
Summit as well as adds complementary features into the programme that further enhance the diplomatic,
consensus-building, negotiation and persuasion skills of our youth leaders.
Benefits of Participation
 Allow youth leaders to gain better knowledge and awareness of the ASEM members.
 Offer youth leaders the opportunity to engage in intense discussions on ASEM priorities in an
atmosphere that places emphasis on mutual respect and tolerance.
 Provide a channel for young people from ASEM countries to share their views on Asia-Europe
relations and to cooperate on a common vision towards an ideal ASEM.
 Allow youth leaders to learn skills and build capacity in the fields of research, public speaking,
teamwork, communication, problem-solving and consensus-building.
 Facilitate networking among youth leaders from ASEM countries.
Selection Criteria
 Citizen of any of the 53 ASEM Member countries
 Youths between 18 and 28 years old
 Fluent in English (verbal and written)
 Participants will be selected based on their profile, motivation, as well as geographical and
gender balance
Financial Costs of Participation
 No registration/participation fees for the selected youths
 Meals will be provided during the Forum
 For youths not residing in Singapore or based overseas, they will be solely responsible for their
own travel and accommodation costs.
How to Apply
 Submit the online application form at http://www.asem-youth.org/modelasemsg15
 Deadline: 27 March 2015 (Friday) 2359 hours
Contact Person:
Mr Geoffrey Lee, Vice President of the ASEM Young Leaders Network
T: +65 8267 5288 | E: [email protected]
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