The Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee and the National Committee for Youth of Vietnam are looking for candidates for the 49th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Programme (SSEAYP).
The Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union Central Committee and the National Committee for Youth of Vietnam are looking for candidates for the 49th Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Programme (SSEAYP).
The programme aims to strengthen friendship and mutual understanding between youths of Japan and those from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). This is an opportunity for youngsters to explore and experience different cultures in the region as well as improve their knowledge and skills in a variety of fields.
Vietnam will send a contingent of 15 young delegates and a team leader to the programme. Applicants for the program must be Vietnamese citizens from 18 to 30 years old who are fluent in English and have good health and teamwork skills. In addition, delegates must also have an understanding of the history, politics, culture – society, economy, and activities of Vietnamese youth, and knowledge of ASEAN and Japan, relations between Vietnam – ASEAN, ASEAN – Japan, and Vietnam – Japan.
May 10 is the deadline for candidates to submit their applications. The selection consists of two rounds, including registration form, interview, aptitude test and skills to organise group activities. More details can be found here.
Taking place from November 4 to December 11, 2024, young delegates will live together on board the Nippon Maru Ship and will visit Japan, and some ASEAN member states. During the journey, they will also pay courtesy calls to representatives of the host countries’ governments, meet with local youths, visit offices, schools and landscapes.
Beginning in January 1974, SSEAYP is an annual program sponsored by the Japanese Government and supported by the member countries of ASEAN. The program aims to enhance young leaders’ understanding of and appreciation for cross-straits relations and regional concerns through interaction with prominent industry players, thought leaders, and foreign dignitaries Widen networks and broaden perspectives with fellow youth leaders from Japan and ASEAN Activities include discussions, institutional visits, courtesy call on foreign dignitaries, homestay and cultural exchanges.
VNU, SGGP
