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U.S.-ASEAN Science, Technology, and Innovation Cooperation (STIC) Program.

About the Program

Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs Office of Multilateral Affairs (EAP/MLA) and implemented by Arizona State University (ASU), the U.S. – ASEAN Science, Technology, and Innovation Cooperation (STIC) Program aims to strengthen science, technology, and innovation cooperation between the U.S. and the ASEAN member states.

This 3-year program focuses on three major activities:

  • A U.S.-based science, technology, and innovation policy study tour in Washington D.C.
  • An online portfolio of upskilling content through a Virtual Talent Mobility Portal
  • An annual regional conference with technical and innovation tracks and grant competitions for research, publishing, and venture creation.