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The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme
30 July, 2022 - 31 July, 2022
Fellowship period: minimum of two months up to a period of six months
The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme honors Professor Wang Gungwu, former Chairman of the Board of Trustees at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute (ISEAS) for his distinguished tenure of 17 years and for his key contributions in nurturing a strong culture of research excellence at ISEAS.
The programme aims to nurture the next generation of scholars and policymakers who seek to explore the nexus of big-power relations and its impact on Southeast Asia. The programme is open to pre- and postdoctoral candidates and mid-career policymakers. Visiting Fellows will be expected to conduct policy-relevant research in the following priority areas:
- Developments in US-China relations and their impact on Southeast Asia
- Asia Pacific Security Issues (i.e South China Sea, China-ASEAN relations)
- Rise of China and its impact on Southeast Asian Communities
- Use of Digitial media and technology by major power to shape perceptions and interests in Southeast Asian Countries
- Progress and prospects of global economic cooperation initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership
Stipend and Benefits
The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme offers successful applicants a fixed monthly stipend (inclusive of a housing subsidy) for the duration of their fellowship at ISEAS and a round-trip economy airfare between their home base and Singapore. As a Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellow, you will be invited to a meeting with Professor Wang Gungwu during the duration of your fellowship. Successful applicants will enjoy access to an office space, computer equipment and IT services, ISEAS Library and all other facilities at ISEAS. Proposals for partial/full cost-sharing will also be considered.
Application Requirements
Applications for the 2023 intake will be open from May to July 2022. Applicants must submit: • Cover Letter • CV/Resume • Research Statement (3 pages, double spaced) addressing: – Area of research, research methodology, timeline and expected outputs – Duration of fellowship in residence at ISEAS • Two Reference Letters • Proposal for partial/full cost-sharing (if applicable)
Source: https://www.iseas.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/2021-0914-WGWVF-Web.pdf
