From August 27-31, 2025, the Government of Goa hosted the 5th ASEAN-India Youth Summit under the Ministry of External Affairs, in collaboration with the ASEAN Secretariat and India Foundation. Themed “Connecting the Youth: Shaping our Future,” the summit fostered cross-regional cooperation among young leaders, building networks and jointly developing a vision for a resilient future. Discussions focused on innovation, technology, climate, and maritime security. Gateway House’s Dipannita Maria Bagh participated.