The e-ASIA Joint Research Program (e-ASIA JRP) is a project to promote multilateral joint research and research exchange among three or more nations through collaboration among public funding agencies in the East Asia Summit participating nations, with the aim of strengthening R&D capabilities in the field of science and technology in the region, particularly in Southeast Asia, and solving common regional issues This is a project to promote multilateral joint research and research exchange among three or more nations. Ten ASEAN member nations, Japan, Australia, and other nations are participating.

Prerequisites:

• Data sharing network/platform

• Identify potential partners

• Capability to conduct R&D in space science

• Procurement pathway

• Partner support as needed

• Data policy

• Cybersecurity, data protection, and continuity planning

Cost:

• Ballpark: USD 100k–500k + USD 20k–100k/yr

• Includes: membership or participation fees, travel and representation in meetings, technical integration with network standards, staff time for coordination, capacity-building activities

Timeframe:

• Overall: 6–18 mo

• Phase: scoping & stakeholder alignment (2–4 mo), application & integration with network standards (3–6 mo), capacity building & participation (6–8 mo)

Pros:

• Complementary Capabilities – Enhances access to complementary technologies and expertise through international collaboration.

• Risk Sharing – Reduces technical and financial risks through multinational joint research efforts.

Considerations:

• Collaborative Research Complexity – Involves dividing research roles and sharing results and rights among partners, which can be complex and require detailed agreements.