Future Asia invites university students across Pakistan to submit original, well-researched work on critical regional issues including trade, connectivity, geopolitics, and security. The initiative aims to amplify credible student voices, encourage critical thinking, and promote youth perspectives through publication and short films.
Target Participants
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students, currently enrolled in any Pakistani college or university
- Fields: International Relations, Political Science, Journalism, Law, Development Studies, Public Policy, Economics
Format: Written Article and Short Film
1. Written Article
- Word count: 800–1,200 words
- Format: Word or PDF
- Language: English and Urdu
- Must be original, unpublished, and 100% human-written
- Use credible sources and structured analysis
- Proper referencing required
2. Short Film / Video Essay
- Duration: 4 to 5 minutes
- Format: MP4 (horizontal, 720p > ) shot from handycam/DSLR/ Mobile
Phone
- Language: Urdu or English (subtitles if needed)
Style Options:
- Documentary
- Interview-based
- Narrated slideshow
- Explainer video
Original visuals are encouraged, however, use of royalty-free visuals, footage, or music is allowed.
Recognition & Rewards
- 1st Prize: Rs. 50,000
- 2nd & 3rd Prizes: Rs. 10,000 each
- Top 10 entries to be published and awarded certificates
Winning submissions will be:
- Published on Future Asia’s platforms
- Credited with the student’s name, university, and photo
- Promoted via Future Asia’s social media
- Eligible for internships based on merit
Suggested Topics
We are inviting articles, opinions, and analysis on the subjects mentioned below:
Geopolitics & Security
- The Future of Trade After the Pakistan–India War
- Indus Waters Treaty Suspension: Legal and Strategic Fallout
- Iran–Israel Escalation and Impact on Asian Energy Corridors
- Can Pakistan Contribute to Afghan Stability?
Trade & Connectivity
- ECO Summit 2025: Prospects for Regional Integration
- Can Pakistan Build a Trade Corridor to Central Asia?
- Revisiting CPEC: Investment, Security, and Strategy
- From SAARC to New Asian Blocs: What’s Next?
Youth, Media & Technology
- How Gen Z in Pakistan Views China, India, and the West
- Social Media as a Weapon in Modern Conflict
- Strategic Thinking Among Pakistani Youth
- AI, Drones, and Border Surveillance: The Ethical Debate
Submission Process
- Deadline: September 30, 2025
- Email: submit@futureasia.org
- Submit the following:
• Written article (Word or PDF)
• Short film (MP4)
• Full name, CNIC, university, degree program
• Passport-size photo
• short bio (max 100 words)
Timeline
Call for Submissions: July 5 – July 15, 2025
Review Period: July 15- August 01, 2025
Winners Announced: August 14, 2025
Publication & Features: August – September 2025
Awards Ceremony: August 14, 2025
