2025 SEC-AAS Conference
As an academic discipline with roots tracing back to the Cold War era and its associated ideologies, Asian studies is currently facing a host of new challenges and opportunities due to the evolving geopolitical landscape within the Asia-Pacific region and globally. The forthcoming 2025 SEC-AAS conference serves as a vital platform for scholarly engagement and debate aimed at advancing the field of Asian studies amidst what could be arguably termed as a process of “deglobalization.” Factors such as the wars in Ukraine and Palestine, the escalating tension between China and the United States as well as other countries in Asia, and the rise of ultranationalist groups worldwide collectively contribute to this significant restructuring process that could bring about profound changes.
We extend a warm invitation to inquiries that deepen our understanding of the histories, cultures, languages, peoples, diasporas, and both local and global issues within the expansive purview of “Asia(s)” as broadly defined. We welcome submissions in various formats, including individual papers, panels, roundtables, and new book roundtables.