Call for Papers
Trilateral
Young Scholars/Researchers Exchange Program
The Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) in Seoul, ROK, August 2017
In the framework of Young Scholars/Researchers Exchange Program for Trilateral Cooperation that will take place in August 2017, in Seoul, up
to 9 young researchers from China, Japan and the ROK (3 from each) will be
selected by the organizing committee of the Secretariat to present their
research on the various facets of Northeast Asian/East Asian International
Relations. This Program aims at creating a platform for academic
exchange/network, broadening existing regional cooperation involving young leaders
with new perspectives, and opening a dialogue to address timely issues in
trilateral cooperation.
In order to identify
pressing issues in the regional cooperation through discussions and build strong
partnerships with the research community in the areas of Northeast/ East Asian relations,
the program will mainly target English-speaking young researchers enrolled in
PhD program or holding PhD degree (PhD obtained after 2012) but not holding
full-time faculty position.
The theme of
papers can include but are not limited to:
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Building
Bridges among China-Japan-Korea: Paths and Strategies
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Cooperation
Regimes and Institutions: Role of Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat
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Finding
a Common Ground: Cooperation and Discord in Northeast Asian Affairs
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Bridging
the Gap: The Promise of Cooperation in a Polarized and Divided World
Selected researchers can present
their studies dealing with specific topic under the suggested theme and explain
how their work could contribute to the theme as well as to the work of the TCS.
An open discussion will follow on how to intensify collaboration between different
regions with emphasis on the presented ideas and policy suggestions.
Application:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials
in English:
1. CV
2. Statement of purpose (including the theme of their studies, previous research or activities related to this theme, a list of think-tanks/academic institutes/scholars in Korea they wish to visit or have a meeting with. Within 1,500 words)
3.
A full research paper (4,500 - 9,000 words)
Eligibility:
English-speaking
young researchers holding CJK citizenship (PhD obtained after 2012 or PhD
candidates holding a proof of enrolment in a PhD program), with expertise on issues
related to trilateral cooperation or Northeast/East Asian international
relations, preferably, but not meant to be limiting, in the field of politics
and security.
Selection:
The following criteria are suggested to be considered in the selection of
papers:
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Papers
with
√ Relevance
to the trilateral cooperation and the work of the TCS
√ Future-oriented
approach
√ Originality
and innovation
√ Impact on
the field, community, or beneficiaries
√ Feasibility
in the policy suggestions/recommendations
Administrative Arrangements:
TCS will cover the following
expenses for participants:
1) Round-trip air fare and accommodation in Seoul (up to 3 nights depending on
the study visit schedule)
2) Local transportation expenses for official schedules
3) Honorarium: 300 US dollars
Program:
1) Date
& Time:
A.
Call for papers: May 22, 2017 – July 10, 2017
B.
Exchange Program: in mid-August, 2017
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Seminar
(TCS Office):
The TCS will
organize an exchange seminar among the selected scholars/researchers to present
their papers submitted. The participants will be encouraged to give feedbacks
to the other participants’ works and learn from each other’s experiences in
conducting studies/researches in the field of trilateral cooperation or
Northeast/East Asian international relations.
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Study Visit (TBD)
The TCS will arrange a series of meetings
with leading think-tanks such as Asan Institute, East Asia Institute, Sejong
Institute etc. and/or with relevant senior researchers to provide young
scholars with opportunities to build networks and contact for their research
(for future chances to interview, access primary data/statistics). The
applicants will be advised to submit the list of interlocutors they wish to
meet with.
2)
Venue:
Seoul, the ROK
3)
Host/
Organizer/Sponsor:
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The
Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS)
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Focal
point think-tanks of the NTCT: CFAU(China), JFIR(Japan) and KNDA(ROK)
4)
Deadline to
submit application: July 10, 2017
5) Application to be sent to: callforpapers@tcs-asia.org
6) Result Announcement: July 17, 2017
*For inquiries, please contact Heejin Kim (Ms.) at hjkim@tcs-asia.org or at +82-70-4162-5340.
