PAS Philippines invites proposals for projects that strengthen ties between the Philippines and the United States through programming that highlights shared values and promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American cultural element or connection with American expert(s), organization(s), or institution(s) in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives. Examples of PAS Annual Program Statement include, but are not limited to: U.S. experts conducting speaking tours/public talks, roundtable discussions, workshops, etc.; Academic and professional lectures and seminars; Cultural and arts programs/workshops/performances and exhibitions; and Development of initiatives aimed at maintaining contacts with alumni of our exchange programs; STEM and innovation developmental programs which support strategic priorities; Capacity-building workshop or information campaign to engage Filipino youth on priority program areas; Capacity-building workshops/webinars or information campaigns to engage established opinion leaders (such as policymakers, industry leaders, decision-makers, academe, think tanks, NGOs, CSOs, and media) to address any of these priority program areas; or Studies on the U.S.-Philippine bilateral relationship