Seoul to Host International Symposium on Digital Technologies and Policies: Supporting the Indo-Pacific-European Digital Partnerships

26 September, 2024

Seoul to Host International Symposium on Digital Technologies and Policies: Supporting the Indo-Pacific-European Digital Partnerships

The INPACE Project is proud to announce the International Symposium on Digital Technologies and Policies: Supporting the Indo-Pacific-European Digital Partnerships, taking place at the Daeyang AI Center, Sejong University, in Seoul, Republic of Korea on 21-22 October, 2024. This 2-day event will gather prominent technical and policy experts to explore the intersection of emerging digital technologies and policies, supporting the implementation of the Digital Partnerships between the European Union (EU) and Japan, South Korea, Singapore, as well as the Trade and Technology Council with India..

Event details:

The symposium will serve as a key platform for dialogue on the latest advancements in digital technologies and transformative applications in the Indo-Pacific Region and Europe. 70-100 experts from across industry, research institutions, and government from the Republic of Korea and other countries of the Indo-Pacific Region and the EU will discuss how cutting-edge innovations and progressive policies can foster digital cooperation and drive sustainable growth in the global digital economy.

Key themes of the Symposium include:

This symposium will not only highlight key technological developments but also facilitate critical discussions on the policies shaping these fields. Moreover, the event will foster collaboration and understanding that will strengthen Digital Partnerships and encourage joint research initiatives.

Special highlights:
As part of its commitment to fostering international research collaboration, the symposium will also feature an information session dedicated to highlighting EU funding opportunities for Indo-Pacific researchers and innovators. This is a unique opportunity for attendees to explore ways to access resources that support groundbreaking innovation in digital technologies.

The INPACE Project is committed to advancing the implementation of Digital Partnerships between the European Union and Japan, South Korea, Singapore, as well as the Trade and Technology Council with India. This symposium is a key part of that mission, fostering stronger ties, joint research, and collaborative opportunities between regions.

INPACE is a project under Horizon Europe focused on establishing a sustainable multi-stakeholder Indo-Pacific European Hub for digital technology collaboration. Its main goal is to aid the implementation of Digital Partnerships with Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Singapore, along with cooperation with India within the Trade and Technology Council framework. The INPACE Hub seeks to create a lasting expert-driven mechanism for EU-Indo-Pacific collaboration, involving stakeholders from Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.