Central Asia–European Union Youth Forum Successfully Concluded in Tashkent

On 26–27 October 2026, the Central Asia–European Union Youth Forum was held at UDEA in Tashkent, bringing together active young people, students, and young professionals from Central Asian countries and Europe.

The forum served as a platform for discussing international educational opportunities, strengthening youth cooperation, and promoting academic and professional development.

During the event, participants explored several key areas:

• Grants and Educational Programmes: Presentations highlighted international exchange grants, academic mobility opportunities, and educational projects supported by the European Union and the Erasmus+ Programme.

• International Cooperation: The forum facilitated networking and strengthened connections among youth organisations, universities, the Erasmus+ Student and Alumni Alliance (ESAA), The Erasmus Mundus Students and Alumni Association, Erasmus Student Network (ESN), GaragErasmus Foundation, OCEANS Network

• New Opportunities: Interactive discussions focused on career development, skills enhancement, and shared priorities for regional cooperation.

The forum provided an opportunity for young people from Central Asia and Europe to exchange experiences, establish new connections, and explore opportunities for future collaboration.

The event was organised with the support and contributions of the Youth Affairs Agency of Uzbekistan, UDEA / Coventry University, and partner organisations, whose efforts contributed to its successful implementation.