43rd PAFTAD · Hanoi 2026
Fellowship for
Young Scholars
A one-time scholarship supporting early-career economists to attend the PAFTAD Conference and participate in a dedicated Young Fellows Seminar, hosted alongside the main conference.
Successful applicants present their papers at the Young Fellows Seminar — an opportunity to showcase and discuss their research and contribute to discussions of Asia-Pacific economic policy.
9–11 November 2026 Hanoi, Vietnam
5 fellowships awarded
What does the fellowship include?
- +Return economy airfare to Hanoi, Vietnam from your home institution
- +Registration for the Young Fellows Seminar and 41st PAFTAD Conference
- +Accommodation for the duration of the Young Fellows Seminar and PAFTAD Conference
- +Publication of your paper as a PAFTAD Working Paper
Eligibility
Who can apply?
- —Sole author of the submitted paper
- —35 years or younger on 9 November 2026
- —Must attend the conference in full (9–11 November 2026)
- —Not previously selected as a PAFTAD Young Fellow
What do I need to submit?
Potential fellows are required to submit the following:
- PaperOne unpublished empirical paper of 7,000–10,000 words on themes related to Asia-Pacific trade and economic development, including an abstract of fewer than 300 words.
- RésuméA current résumé including citizenship(s), date of birth, and gender.
Application deadline
5pm AEST · 1 May 2026
Applications for the 2026 fellowship are now closed. For enquiries contact paftad@gmail.com.