Background
Building on the achievements of the 2025 ASEAN-Korea Sustainable Innovation Talks, the ASEAN-Korea Centre (AKC) will be organizing the ASEAN-Korea Sustainable Innovation Program with the theme of “Cross-Border AI Governance for Sustainable Development and Creative Culture” in conjunction with the 2026 World Gyeongju Forum. The program aims to provide a platform for policy dialogue, knowledge exchange, and networking among stakeholders from ASEAN member states and the Republic of Korea on AI governance, digital transformation, and sustainable development.
Programme Highlights
Activities during the programme include:
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Attending the ASEAN Special Session on Cross-Border AI Governance
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Participating in the 2026 World Gyeongju Forum
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Forum discussions and policy dialogue sessions
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Workshops on AI governance, digital transformation, and creative culture
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Networking with government, research, and private sector stakeholders
Event is open to:
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Businesses relevant to Innovation, AI and digital transformation
Interested candidates must submit:
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Cover Letter
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Resume
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Company Profile
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Company Registration (16/17)
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Completed Application Form
Expected Outcomes:
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Enhanced policy dialogue and cooperation networks between ASEAN and Korea
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Improved understanding of cross-border AI governance and AI ecosystem development
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Development of practical recommendations for future collaboration
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Increased visibility of AKC programs through linkage with the World Gyeongju Forum
Date and Venue:
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Date: 8–10 October
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Venue: Gyeongju, Republic of Korea
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Format: Offline, 2-day program consisting of Forum and Workshop
Please be informed, there will be sponsorship by organizer which includes roundtrip airfare, and accommodation.
Any interested companies/candidates can send their application and required documents to IRC at international@bedb.gov.bn no later than 11th August before end of day.