Upcoming Event | Scholars Program on EU – ASEAN Relations (SPEAR) 2027

📢 Call for application!

The 3rd Edition of the Scholars Programme on EU-ASEAN Relations (SPEAR) is a programme comprising a series of discussions for academics and other scholars from the ASEAN Member States, it serves as a platform for participants to put forward actionable recommendations directly to the EU Mission to ASEAN’s representatives.

📅 Event Dates: November 18 – 19, 2026

📍 Location: Artotel Gelora Senayan Hotel, Jakarta, Indonesia

🎯 Selection: Maximum 25 participants will be chosen.

***Results will be announced on the website and @EUinASEAN social media channels.***

🎯Objective

• Provides an opportunity for academics (university lecturers, scholars and researchers) with demonstrated interest in EU-ASEAN-related issues to increase their understanding of EU-ASEAN relations and to actively contribute to discussions.

• To familiarise participants with the key mechanisms of the EU-ASEAN strategic partnership, highlight areas of collaboration, and provide updates on recent developments.

✨Benefits

Selected participants will receive a round-trip airfare, accommodation, daily allowance, travel insurance, and local transportation in Indonesia.

👤Eligibility

• Currently holding a position as an academic, lecturer, or researcher specializing in international relations, ASEAN studies, EU foreign policy, regional/global affairs, or related fields.

• Citizens and residents of the 11 ASEAN member states.

• Proficient in English.

• Demonstrating a strong interest in EU-ASEAN relations and European Union affairs.

📑Required Documents

• CV

• Statement of Purpose

• Copy of ID

• Certificate of the highest university degree acquired

• A Reference/Recommendation letter

👉How to Apply?

All documents must be submitted together with the completed registration form via the official website: www.eu-spear.org

***Application Deadline: October 5, 2026***