WGE Japan 2025

Due to the international travel ban, the programme dates are tentative and subject to change. If you have a query, write to us at wge@rashtram.org

About the Program

The World Governance Expedition (WGE), initiated by Vision India Foundation in 2016, is a 10-day immersive program designed to expose future public leaders to global best practices in governance. Now in its 7th edition, WGE allows participants—students, professionals, and aspiring policy leaders—to engage directly with accomplished policymakers and explore successful governance models. Japan, a global leader in technology, sustainability, and urban planning, is the destination for this edition, offering insights through visits to cities like Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Yokohama, and Tsukuba. Participants will explore Japan’s smart city planning, disaster management, environmental stewardship, and holistic education system through expert-led engagements.

Ready to learn from global policy pioneers?

Key Visits and Interactions

National Diet and Supreme Court

Explore Japan’s political and legal systems.

Tsukuba Science City and KOSEN

Learn about technological innovation and Japan’s advanced education system.

Indian Embassy and Diaspora

Gain insights into India-Japan diplomatic and cultural relations.

Japan Railways and Hitachi

Understand Japan’s world-class transportation and smart city solutions.

TESSEI and Fire Management

Experience Japan’s operational precision and disaster resilience.

Kyoto City and Cultural Heritage

Learn modern methods of cultural preservation and experience Japan’s traditions through sumo and tea ceremonies.

National Diet & Supreme Court

Get up close with Japan’s political and legal systems 🏛️⚖️.

Tsukuba & Research Institutes

Explore tech and sustainable city planning like a pro 🏙️🔬.

Education, Design & Anime

From schools to tech to anime—Japan’s education is on another level 🎓💡🎨.

India-Japan Ties

Dive into diplomatic relations and cultural exchanges with the Indian diaspora 🇮🇳🤝🇯🇵.

Transport & Efficiency

JRCTT, Hitachi, and TESSEI show how Japan runs like clockwork 🚅⏱️.

Culture & Traditions

Experience sumo wrestling and the serenity of Japanese tea ceremonies 🍵🤼.

Program Highlights and Takeaways

Immersive Learning

Real-world exposure to policy and governance through stakeholder engagement and site visits.

Global Insights

Explore successful international governance models and cultural contexts.

Hands-On Experience

Practical learning through assignments, case studies, and direct governance model evaluations.

Network Access

Join a network of 900+ alumni for lifelong connections and professional growth.

Policy Innovation

Learn transferable strategies for addressing governance challenges in India.

Program Roster

Guided Discovery to global governance models

Curated Visits for Policy Insights

Expert Interactions & Guidance

Cultural Immersion in Governance

Collaborative Case Study Learning

Previous Editions

2016
USA

Boston-New York-Washington Dc

2017
United Kingdom

London-Leicester-Oxford

2018
Israel

Tel Aviv- Haifa-Jerusalem

2019
Russia

Moscow-St. Petersburg

2019
Singapore

Singapore

2019
Israel

Tel Aviv-Haifa-Jerusalem

Past Meetings and Interactions

Learning Journey

Program Relevant for

The Expedition program is designed for dynamic individuals who are willing to build a career in the domain of public policy, governance, and public leadership. A maximum of 25 delegates will be taken in for the program. The program is appropriate for:

Dynamic Professionals who want to explore and enter the area of public policy and governance.

Scholars who wish to take up full-fledged careers in development studies & governance.

Civil Service Aspirants who wish to get first-hand exposure to global governance practices.

Young Development Workers who wish to understand the intricacies of the governance model in the global context.

International Students / Development Professionals who want to understand global governance and development space.

Aspiring Changemakers, who wish to experience governance, and hone their skills in this area.

Admission Process

01.
Submit the Application

Interested candidates should submit an online application by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ button on the World Governance Expedition webpage or by scanning the QR Code

02.
Application Review

Application shall be reviewed and the selection communication will be sent within 7 working days of application submission.

03.
Payment of Fees

Selected candidates will have to pay the programme fee within 15 working days of receiving the confirmation email.

04.
Payment Confirmation

Admissions will be based on a first-come-first-serve basis until the maximum intake.

05.
Next Destination

10 days of fun immersive learning experience at the World Governance Expedition