Introduction:

Azerbaijan intends to hold an international conference, in Baku, in late October 2010, in order to develop a systematic and sustainable platform of communication, involving experts on the region from around the world. It is planned to make this an annual conference which will provide a basis for the continuous development of new levels of discussion. By enhancing regional cooperation and networking, the Symposium aims to contribute to the growing community of scholars in Azerbaijan and the region who are interested in regional politics, economics and international relationships.

The Symposium will take place over two days, with an opening session, five different panel sessions and a closing session.

The opening session of the Symposium will include speeches by high-ranking officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Office of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan. These will be followed by the presentation of the panel co-chairs and by their formal approval. The afternoon will be devoted to panel sessions attended by experts and scholars specifically assigned to each panel.

All expenses (accommodation, food and transportation) of selected scholars will be covered by the Symposium.

Event Start Date:22 October 2010

Event End Date:23 October 2010

Requirements:

An abstract (not more than 1000 words) and a one-page CV in Ms. Word format should be sent to the E-mail address – info@asirs.org – by 1 September 2010. Acceptance notification will be sent to authors on 15 September 2010, following approval by a Scientific Board comprised of well-known scholars. The complete papers of accepted abstracts should be submitted before 10 October 2010.

Important Dates:

Abstract Submission Deadline: September 1, 2010
Acceptance Notification: September 15, 2010
Full Paper Submission Deadline: October 10, 2010
Email: info@asirs.org

Website: www.asirs.org