IRSEA's FOCUS ASIA Programme addresses key political, economic and social developments, at local, regional and global level, related to the area.

 

FOCUS ASIA contributes to a robust interaction between Europe and Asia by creating original research and roundtables and by hosting events, in partnership with institutions and experts in the area.

 

The structure of the programme is designed around a permanent exchange of people and views and encourages the development of common solutions in the spirit of mutual respect, mutual benefit and constructive dialogue.

 

FOCUS ASIA encourages policy driven interdisciplinary approaches with strong practical focus and welcomes policy makers, professionals, academics and junior scholars to closely cooperate in order to address fundamental issues regarding the role of Asia in the 21st century.

 

If you or your institution would like to contribute to our FOCUS ASIA Programme, please send us an e-mail to programs@irsea.ro

 

Details of our previous FOCUS ASIA activities can be accessed by clicking on the relevant links in the menu below.

 

All Eyes on Myanmar (7):  ASEAN’s Special Envoy Concludes His Visit, End of Crisis Still an Objective

All Eyes on Myanmar (7): ASEAN’s Special Envoy Concludes His Visit, End of Crisis Still an Objective

Biden-Xi Video-call Referred to as “Constructive”:  What Could It Mean for the US-China Relations and Ukrainian Crisis?

Biden-Xi Video-call Referred to as “Constructive”: What Could It Mean for the US-China Relations and Ukrainian Crisis?

Where does China Stand so far in the Russian Aggression on Ukraine? French, German Leaders Talk to Chinese President about Ukraine Crisis, Certain Shifts in Chinese Narrative Become a Possibility

Where does China Stand so far in the Russian Aggression on Ukraine? French, German Leaders Talk to Chinese President about Ukraine Crisis, Certain Shifts in Chinese Narrative Become a Possibility

 Majority of ASEAN Countries Vote in Favour of the UN Resolution Against Ukraine Invasion,  ASEAN Foreign Ministers Vote for an “Immediate Ceasefire or Armistice”

Majority of ASEAN Countries Vote in Favour of the UN Resolution Against Ukraine Invasion, ASEAN Foreign Ministers Vote for an “Immediate Ceasefire or Armistice”

All Eyes on Myanmar (6): Crisis Mitigation Efforts Meet Certain Hurdles, “ASEAN Centrality” Essential

All Eyes on Myanmar (6): Crisis Mitigation Efforts Meet Certain Hurdles, “ASEAN Centrality” Essential

Korean Peninsula between Diplomacy and Paradox: Republic of Korea, Japan and US Hold Trilateral Dialogues, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Continues to Bolster its Defence Capabilities

Korean Peninsula between Diplomacy and Paradox: Republic of Korea, Japan and US Hold Trilateral Dialogues, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Continues to Bolster its Defence Capabilities

ISSI, Pakistan: President Putin’s Visit to India – Key Takeaways

ISSI, Pakistan: President Putin’s Visit to India – Key Takeaways

ISSI, Pakistan: China Pakistan Economic Corridor – 10th JCC and Future Outlook

ISSI, Pakistan: China Pakistan Economic Corridor – 10th JCC and Future Outlook

ASEAN in January 2022:  Indonesia Pushes for Border Disputes Resolution, Myanmar Situation Generates Mixed Reactions

ASEAN in January 2022: Indonesia Pushes for Border Disputes Resolution, Myanmar Situation Generates Mixed Reactions

First ASEAN-Russia Naval Drill Takes Place Amid Growing Tensions in Asia-Pacific: What Does It Mean for Southeast Asia’s Future Cooperation with Russia?

First ASEAN-Russia Naval Drill Takes Place Amid Growing Tensions in Asia-Pacific: What Does It Mean for Southeast Asia’s Future Cooperation with Russia?