1.Introduction:
To promote connectivity, strengthen human resource development and increase awareness and understanding of regional issues, the project aims to invite regional youth to participate in a two-day Model APEC training program. The program will gather stakeholders, policymakers, government officials and experts who work or had worked in APEC related sectors to share with the regional youth regarding how APEC, as a cross-regional community, operates, and the critical issues and challenges that the region is currently facing. A Model APEC conference is organized for the young participants to learn more about how issues are discussed in a regional economic forum, and how to present and voice their opinions in an official setting.
2.Target Audience:
College students and youths who are interested in APEC and international affairs under the age of 30
3.Nomination:
Each member economy is able to nominate up to 2 participants. Kindly fill out the nomination form and submit it to the Education Division of your local Taipei Economic and Cultural Office. The selected participants will be provided with (1) one round-trip direct flight in economy class ticket to and from Taipei; (2) accommodation from 3rd-6th July (3 nights); and (3) breakfast and lunch during the 2-day event (4th-5th July 2024). Note: Selected participants should purchase economy class air tickets on their own and will be reimbursed the purchased price in New Taiwan Dollars upon arriving in Taipei by providing the e-ticket, original copy of the boarding pass, and a photocopy of their passport.