On August 25-29, 2016 ISU hosts the 20th ASEF Summer University, the international forum for young leaders from European and Asian countries.
The Forum is conducted by the international organization «Asia-Europe Meeting» (ASEM) in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation, Far Eastern Federal University, Vladivostok State University of Economics and Service, Transbaikal State University and Irkutsk State University.
ASEFSU20 explores the concept of "Connectivity" between Asia and Europe from 3 lenses: Human Connectivity, Trade and Economic Cooperation, and Transport. There are lectures and discussions with scientists, representatives of business community and local governing bodies in the program.