Call For Papers: The 10th Biennial Conference of the AsianSIL
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CALL FOR PAPERS
The 10th Biennial Conference of the AsianSIL
“Strengthening the Role of International Law in Asia”
Ha Noi, October 9-10, 2025
INTRODUCTION
The 10th Biennial Conference of the Asian Society of International Law (AsianSIL) is scheduled to take place in Ha Noi, Viet Nam, in 9-10 October 2025. Hosted by the Diplomatic Academy of Viet Nam, this event aims to provide a platform for intellectual exchange among scholars, practitioners, students, and individuals interested in international law. While the conference has an Asian focus, it welcomes participants from around the world who are keen on exploring Asian legal issues. One of the key objectives is to contribute to the development of international law scholarship, with a particular emphasis on Asian perspectives. This will be achieved through the publication of papers presented at the conference. The working language of the Biennial Conference will be English.
COVERED THEMES
The broad theme of the Biennial Conference is “Strengthening the Role of International Law in Asia”.
There will be two plenary sessions:
The Role of Asia in Development of International Law; and
Strengthening the Role of International Law in Asia.
The 10th Biennial Conference welcomes manuscripts on all topics of international law, including:
International Law in Asian’ perspectives
Progressive development and codification of international law: Asian contributions
Eighty years of United Nations Charter
The growing access to international law
2023 BBNJ Agreement
The contribution of ITLOS to the development of international law
Safety and freedom of navigation at sea: implications for Asia-Pacific region
Artificial Intelligence Law and Artificial Intelligence Governance
International Trade and Energy Transition
International Trade and the Readiness for AI generated works
New Technologies and Armed Conflicts
International Law and Urban Warfares
International Humanitarian Law
Carbon Law and Asian countries
Recent dispute settlement in international law and implications for Asian countries
Navigating investor-state dispute settlement and Asian countries’ concerns
International Environmental Law and cooperation between Asian countries
International Judicial Institutions and Climate Change
Digital Law and Digital Governance
Cybersecurity Law
International Investment Law
Private International Law
Intellectual Property Law
International Human Rights Law
International Organization Law
Space Law
The topics listed above are not exhaustive.
SELECTION CRITERIA FOR PAPERS
The selection process for papers will be competitive, jointly conducted by the Diplomatic Academy of Viet Nam and AsianSIL. Criteria for selection include:
Abstract quality
Asian focus
Relevance to the conference’s broad theme
Geographical diversity of presenters
Balance between experienced and early-career presenters
Academic qualifications (Legal practitioners engaged in academic research are also encouraged to submit their work)
IMPORTANT DATES
Abstract submission
March 15, 2025
Notification of abstract acceptance
March 31, 2025
Registration opening date
April 1, 2025
Full paper submission
July 31, 2025
Registration closing date
September 1, 2025
Conference
October 9-10, 2025
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Abstracts and papers should be submitted to email address: vietnam.asiansil25@dav.edu.vn. Late submissions may not be considered.
In your abstract submission, please include following information:
Paper title;
Proposed panel;
Abstract: summarize your paper in no more than 300 words, including any footnotes;
Author’s biography: provide a concise overview of your professional status, educational background, and relevant experience in no more than 250 words.
In your paper submission, please adhere to following guidelines:
Clearly state author’s title, name, university/organization, title of paper, and email address on the cover page of the paper;
The paper’s length is 5,000 to 10,000 words, inclusive of footnotes;
Paper should be formatted in Microsoft Document Format, Font – Size 12, Times New Roman, single space, 17th Chicago Manual of Style Citation;
Papers to be sent with the subject “Completed Paper’s title _ Author’s name”.
The organizing committee reserves the right to adjust panel assignments as necessary.
FEE & ACCOMMODATION
To encourage broad participation in the Conference, the registration fee will be waived. Participants are encouraged to arrange their own accommodation and flights. Travel costs to and accommodation fee in Hanoi may be covered for speakers upon request and depending on the availability of funds. Please indicate if you need financial supports for participating the Conference when submitting your papers.