The 5th Delegation of "ASEAN Human Resource Development Scholarship Partners Support (AHEAD50)" (4 members in total) to Visit Japan

Four officials from the ASEAN Secretariat's Science and Technology Division (STD) will visit Japan.

Under this program, four officials from the Science and Technology Division (STD) of the ASEAN Secretariat will be invited to Japan to implement various programs under the theme of "Strengthening Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Governance and Future Prospects for Sustainable Regional Development." Specifically, through lectures in economic and social fields, visits to relevant organizations, and exchanges of opinions with Japanese experts, the program aims to enhance capabilities for promoting the science and technology agenda in ASEAN, improving STI policy planning and formulation abilities, and fostering international cooperation in the STI field.

It is expected that the practical-level cooperation and human networks built through this project between Japan and ASEAN will promote future collaboration in the STI field and contribute to the sustainable development of the ASEAN region.

[Event Outline]

Name

The 5th Delegation of "ASEAN Human Resource Development Scholarship Partners Support (AHEAD50)" Theme: Science and Technology

Target

Four officials from the Science and Technology Division (STD) of the ASEAN Secretariat

Language Used

English

Implementing Organization

Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE)

Dates and Visiting Locations

May 17 (Sun) - May 23 (Sat), 2026 Tokyo, Hyogo Prefecture, Kyoto Prefecture

May 17 (Sun)

[Participants Arrive in Japan]

May 18 (Mon)

[Lectures, Opinion Exchange, Site Visits]

・Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Science and Technology Policy Bureau, International Research and Development Policy Division

・Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST)

・Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Tsukuba Space Center

May 19 (Tue)

・NPO STS Forum (Science and Technology in Society forum)

・Travel from Tokyo to Hyogo Prefecture

・RIKEN Center for Computational Science

May 20 (Wed)

・Kyoto University Institute for Integrated Cell-Material Sciences (iCeMS)

・Sanjusangendo Temple

・Omron Communication Plaza

・Ritsumeikan University Graduate School of Technology Management

May 21 (Thu)

・Tea Ceremony Experience

・Ginkakuji Temple

・Travel from Kyoto Prefecture to Tokyo

May 22 (Fri)

・Workshop

・Reporting Session

May 23 (Sat)

[Departure]

(Reference) ASEAN Human Resource Development Scholarship Partners Support (AHEAD50)

In recent years, ASEAN has seen increasing integration in political, economic, and socio-cultural aspects, leading to an expanded international presence. By providing promising officials from the ASEAN Secretariat and other related organizations with opportunities to learn about Japan's policies, systems, and positions in light of current international affairs, this program aims to strengthen the functions of the ASEAN Secretariat through capacity building for these officials. Furthermore, by strengthening the network between Japan and ASEAN and supporting those who learn about Japan, the project seeks to enhance mutual trust and promote smooth cooperation with Japan in the future.

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[Contact for this matter]

Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE) International Exchange Department Inquiry Form