The Asian Dialogue is the first research and educational programme of the Gorchakov Fund dedicated to cooperation between Russia and Asian states. It is an international initiative aimed at fostering expert-level dialogue between Russia and Asian countries on the evolving geopolitical and economic landscape of the Asia-Pacific regio
Organizer: Gorchakov Fund (Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund) in partnership with Observer Research Foundation, India
- Date: September 9–11, 2026.
- Location: Delhi, India
- Application Deadline: July 15, 2026, 23:59 (Moscow time)
- Official Contact: asia.dialogue@gorchakovfund.ru
2026 Theme: “The Changing Balance of Power and the Emergence of a New World Order”
The programme will explore:
- Political and economic transformations in the Asia-Pacific region
- The role of BRICS, SCO, and ASEAN in shaping a new multipolar world order
- Russia-India cooperation prospects in an emerging global system
Who Should Apply?
Young professionals aged 18–35 years from Russia, Asian countries, and other states:
| Category | Profile |
|---|---|
| Researchers | PhD students in International Relations, Political Science, Economics |
| Journalists & Analysts | Specialists covering Asia-Pacific geopolitics |
| Public Officials | Diplomats, government officials, international cooperation representatives |
| NGO Representatives | Organizations in public diplomacy and international cooperation |
Application Requirements
1. Analytical Essay (up to 10,000 characters)
Choose one of four topics:
2. Letter of Motivation (up to 2,000 characters)
3. Application Process
- Register on the English version of the Gorchakov Fund website
- Go to “My Projects” → “Create Application”
- Select “The Asian Dialogue – 2026”
- Fill all sections and upload documents
- Click “Apply”
Financial Support
| Covered by Organizers | Covered by Participants |
|---|---|
| Accommodation during programme | Travel to Delhi |
| Meals | Visa fees |
| Local transfers | Medical insurance |
| Top 5 essays: Travel funded |
Why This Matters for Geopolitical Content Creators
This programme is ideal for:
- Geopolitical analysts and researchers focused on BRICS and Global South relations
- Journalists creating documentary-style content on international relations
- Content creators producing educational material on emerging markets and multipolar diplomacy
- Professionals building media platforms around alternative global order narratives
The event offers networking with leading experts from Russia and Southeast Asia, panel discussions, and workshops on contemporary Asia-Pacific developments.
Apply now: Gorchakov Fund Portal
Contact: asia.dialogue@gorchakovfund.ru
