UN Nippon Foundation Training Program 2025 in Germany (Fully Funded)
Applications are now open for the UN Nippon Foundation Training Program 2025 in Germany. This fully funded 9-month program will take place in Hamburg, Germany, from 7th July 2025 to 31st March 2026. The program is aimed at individuals from developing countries working on maritime law, the law of the sea, or dispute resolution. The goal is to enhance participants’ knowledge and skills in dispute settlement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Additionally, participants will visit several European countries, including the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, and Germany. The Nippon Foundation covers all participant expenses, including travel, accommodation, insurance, and a stipend.
Program Details:
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: Hamburg
- Duration: 9 Months
- Program Dates: 7th July 2025 to 31st March 2026
- Financial Support: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 6th March 2025
Financial Benefits:
The program covers:
- Travel Expenses: Round-trip airfare to and from Hamburg
- Accommodation: Free lodging near the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS)
- Monthly Stipend: To cover living expenses
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage provided
- Study Visits: Group visits to Berlin, Bremen, Cuxhaven, Hamburg, Hanover, Kiel, and other European countries
Program Features:
- Duration: 9 months in Hamburg
- Lectures Include: Law of the sea, dispute settlement, international environmental law, and maritime law
- Current Issues: Focus on topics related to the law of the sea
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must be from developing countries
- Age: 25-40 years old
- Must have a law degree and demonstrated research capacity
- Junior to mid-level government officials (ocean affairs/maritime law) or researchers (ocean/maritime legal issues)
- Applicants must propose a relevant research topic for their country’s UNCLOS implementation
- Nominations should detail the applicant’s role and how the training will benefit their institution/state
- Language Proficiency: Excellent knowledge of English or French, and working knowledge of the other (English is the primary language of instruction)
Apply now to enhance your expertise in maritime law and the law of the sea!
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