Asian Studies Days 2024: Preparing for a Multipolar Global Era – The Importance of Research and Education on Asia
Tampere University, November 14-15
Arranged in cooperation between Tampere University and the Finnish University Network for Asian Studies
In a multipolar world, where power and influence are dispersed across multiple nations, Asia stands as a critical region to study. With its diverse economies, complex geopolitical dynamics, and growing influence in global governance, understanding Asia is essential for addressing the “wicked problems” of our time—issues like climate change, economic inequality, and technological disruption. Asian countries play a major role in shaping the global economy, environmental policies, and security frameworks.
For Finland, comprehending this shifting global landscape is especially important. The country must navigate the complexities of a world where global power balances are in flux. By deepening our understanding of Asia, we can better analyse the evolving global landscape, contribute to problem-solving initiatives, and engage responsibly in the increasingly complex international environment.
Preliminary programme
More information will be soon available on this webpage: https://events.tuni.fi/asianstudiesdays2024/
Thursday 14th November, PhD seminar
Link to registration form (open until Sept 30)
Friday 15th of November, Main event
Link to registration form
Morning Session: Main building, City Centre Campus (location on a map)
10.15 Welcoming words by Paavo Arvola
Venue: A206 A4 auditorium
10.30 Keynote speech by Mikael Mattlin, Acting Director of the Finnish Institute of International Affairs
Topic to be confirmed
Commentator Xenia Zeiler, Professor of South Asian Studies at the Department of Cultures, Faculty of Arts, University of Helsinki.
Followed by Q&A session.
11.30 Yuzhuo Cai, University Lecturer, Adjunct Professor, Higher Education Group, University of Tampere
Topic to be confirmed
Commentator Amitabha Sarkar
Followed by Q&A session.
12.30 Lunch
Afternoon workshop: AI for Asian studies
13.30 AI for Asian studies, Paavo Arvola and Mary Nurminen
Venue: Lyhty
With coffee break
16.30 Program ends
Student grants
Students of Jyväskylä and Turku Universities can apply for a travel grant (maximum of 20€) to cover travel costs to the workshop.
Ten travel grants will be offered to students from both Jyväskylä and Turku Universities, with 10 grants allocated to students of each university, on a first-come, first-served basis. You can apply for the grant through the registration form.
Criteria for the grant:
– attendance in both the morning session and the AI workshop (November 15th)
– applicant is registered as a student in the University of Jyväskylä or Turku
– applicant does not live in Tampere region