Call for Proposals
The Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) in Seoul, ROK, July 17-18, 2019
The Call for Proposals for TCS’ annual program of
in Seoul, on July 17-18, is now open.
The deadline for submitting a proposal is June 17, 2019.
Guidance and dialogue topics are outlined in detail below.
■Theme:
<20 Years of Trilateral Cooperation and Visions Beyond the Region>
- Multi-track Aspirations and Actions for ASEAN Plus Three Cooperation -
■Topics:
Paper (Proposal) presenters are expected to focus on one or more areas of ASEAN+3 cooperation mentioned in the ‘ASEAN PLUS THREE COOPERATION WORK PLAN 2018 – 2022, ’ with a review of trilateral vision toward East Asian regional cooperation in the past decades, recent progress and developments, and ways to enhance multi-track cooperation with the ASEAN, including inter-agency cooperation between the TCS and ASEAN Secretariats, particularly during the suggested timeframe, 2018-2022.
• Political/ security dialogue and cooperation
• Transnational crimes and other non-traditional security issues
• Trade and investment, financial market stability
• Sustainable tourism and people-to-people connectivity
• Food, agriculture and forestry
• Science, technology, and innovation
• Environment, climate change, and sustainable use of natural resources
• Poverty alleviation
• Social welfare and active aging
• Cultural, sports and youth exchanges
• Information and media
• Education systems
• Public health
• Disaster management and emergency response
■*We Invite Submissions Of:
• Case studies specifying priorities, requirements, challenges or opportunities
• Future-oriented project proposals arising out of on-going research
• Work-in-progress initiatives or pilot descriptions, sufficiently mature for a full paper
■Guidance and Notes:
Application
Accepted contributions will be limited to one paper and/or proposal per author. Please note that the proposal submission would automatically enable the candidate to participate in the Young Professionals Exchange at the Inter-Regional Dialogue. Interested applicants should submit the following materials in English:
1. CV
2. A full proposal/research paper (minimum of 2,500 words and should not exceed 7,500 words; single-spaced)
Eligibility:
English-speaking young researchers holding CJK or ASEAN citizenship (enrolled in graduate program or equivalent to researchers), with expertise on issues related to ASEAN+3 or Northeast – Southeast Asian relations, preferably, but not meant to be limiting, with knowledge in the functions of the TCS or ASEAN Secretariat.
Selection:
The following criteria are suggested to be considered in the selection of papers:
- Proposals/Papers with
Relevance to the ASEAN+3 cooperation and the work of the TCS-ASEAN relations
Future-oriented approach
Originality and innovation
Feasibility
Impact on the field, community, or beneficiaries
Benefits:
TCS will cover the following expenses for the selected participants of the Dialogue:
- Round-trip airfare and accommodation in Seoul (up to 2 nights)
- Welcoming dinner on the day before the Dialogue and working lunch
- Modest stipend (2-day allowance)
- Future opportunities to engage in the programs of the TCS and/or EAIR Caucus
Program:
1) Date & Time:
A. Call for Proposals/Papers: April 17, 2019 – June 17, 2019
B. Inter-Regional Dialogue: July 17-18, 2019
2) Venue: TCS Global Conference Hall (Seoul, the ROK)
3) Host/ Organizer/Sponsor: The Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) and EAIR Caucus
4) Deadline to submit proposals/papers: June 17, 2019
5) Application to be sent to: callforproposals@tcs-asia.org
*For inquiries, please contact Heejin Kim (Ms.), Program Officer of the TCS, at hjkim@tcs-asia.org
