We are pleased to announce that the 34th Asian Economic Symposium will be held at Saga University, with participation from six universities across Asia as detailed below. Established in 1990 at Saga University, the Symposium is a five-nation partnership of Japan, Korea, China, Thailand and Sri Lanka dedicated to fostering academic dialogue and regional cooperation. For the past 35 years, these five countries have taken turns hosting the Symposium annually, strengthening ties across borders and disciplines.
We warmly invite researchers, students, and members of the public to participate in this important event.
Date and Time:
- October 24, 2025 (Friday) Registration: 08:30, Symposium: 9:00–17:40
- October 25, 2025 (Saturday) Student Summit: 9:00–12:00 and Study tour:13:00 – 18:30
Format: Hybrid: In-person at Conference Room, Economics Faculty Building 3, 2nd Floor, or Online via Microsoft Teams
Participating Universities:
- Chonnam National University (South Korea)
- Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (China)
- Kasetsart University (Thailand)
- University of Peradeniya (Sri Lanka)
- State University of Malang (Indonesia, invited university)
- Saga University (Japan, host university)
Total of 6 universities
October 24: 34th Asian Economic Symposium (AES) (conducted entirely in English, no Japanese interpretation)
Theme: ” Demographic Shifts and Human Capital Development: Shaping the Future Economy in Asia “
Keynote Speech: ” Free Your Heart of Borders!” (9:15–9:45)
- Session 1: Development of Human Capital and Human Resources (10:00–12:00) 5 presentations
- Session 2: Innovation, Economic Integration, and Growth (13:00–15:00) 5 presentations
- Session 3: Environment and Regional Development (15:30–17:30) 5 presentations
October 25: Student Summit 9 presentations (9:00–12:00)
Application Method: FORMS (https://forms.office.com/r/Pi800HQpxr) or via the QR code on the flyer
For inquiries regarding this matter:
Saga University, Faculty of Economics, Saliya Laboratory
TEL: 0952-28-8426 (Dial-in)