Venue: Mercure Abel Tasman Hotel, 169 Willis St, Te Aro, Wellington

November 17: Pre-summit

6pm-7pm NZT: Geopolitical Insights and Narratives 
Room: Sage and Salt, Mercure Abel Tasman Hotel
Dress Code: Smart casual

"Story Telling and Conflict Resolution"
-Maxwell Abbott
- Joan Shi

November 18: Summit
Moderator: Brett Murphy, BA
Room:  Tasman, Mercure Abel Tasman Hotel
Dress Code:  Corporate

8.30am-9am: Arrival tea and coffee, welcome

9am-9.15am:  National Anthem and Karakia 

9.15am-9.30am: Opening Remarks:  New Zealand First MP Hon. Andy Foster

9.30am-10.30am
Session 1: Indo-Pacific Tensions: Navigating Regional Rivalries and Cooperation

Speakers:
-Prof. Mumin Chen, Former Deputy Representative of Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in New Delhi, Professor and Vice Dean, College of Law and Politics, National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan 
-Simon O'Connor, Former Member of Parliament and Chair of the Foreign Affairs, Defence, and Trade Committee

Questions:
-How do the strategic interests of major powers (e.g., the United States, China, India, Japan) shape the dynamics of rivalry and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific?
-How can multilateral institutions (e.g., ASEAN, APEC, Quad) contribute to conflict resolution and promote collaboration in the Indo-Pacific?
-What are the potential responses of major Indo-Pacific powers (e.g., the United States, China, Japan, India) to a crisis in the Taiwan Strait?
-What are the possible scenarios for managing or mitigating an escalation in the Taiwan Strait, and what role could regional cooperation play?

10.30am-10.45am: Morning tea break and group photo

10.45am-11.45
Session 2: Redefining Alliances: Euro-Asian Cooperation in a Multipolar World

Speakers:
-Prof. Dr Anita Abbott, Chair and Patron APSI Forum and COE, Professor and Chair of CARI at Charisma University, international scholar in SFA and early warning in geopolitics
-MGen Gert-Johannes Hagemann (Ret), Board of Advisor of APSI Forum

Questions:

-What are the key factors driving the need to redefine Euro-Asian alliances in the current geopolitical climate? How do shifting global power dynamics influence the strategic interests and cooperative efforts between Europe and Asia?
-What are the major challenges and opportunities for enhancing Euro-Asian cooperation in a multipolar international system?
-What role do emerging powers (e.g., China, India, Russia) play in reshaping Euro-Asian alliances and cooperation frameworks?
-What are the implications of multipolarity for regional organizations (e.g., EU, ASEAN, SCO) and their role in Euro-Asian cooperation?

11.45-12.45pm: 
Session 3: AI and Cybersecurity Frameworks for International Security

Speakers: 
- Anthony Grasso, Chief Technology Officer, Titanium Defence NZ
- Prof. Alistar Knott, Professor of Artificial Intelligence at Victoria University of Wellington

Questions:

-What are the current challenges in international cybersecurity that collaborative AI frameworks aim to address?
-How can collaborative AI be effectively integrated into existing cybersecurity frameworks at the international level?
-What are the key features and characteristics of successful collaborative AI frameworks in cybersecurity?
-How might recent advances in AI impact international security?

12.45pm-1.45pm: Lunch break

1.45pm-3.15pm

Session 4: The Future of ASEAN: Crafting Conflict Resolution Narratives to Balance Major Powers

Speakers:

Her Excellency Malaysian High Commissioner Mazita Marzuki 

Her Excellency Philippines Ambassador Kira Christianne D. Azucena

His Excellency Cambodian Ambassador Dr. Cheunboran Chanborey

Questions:
-In what ways do historical experiences and regional dynamics shape ASEAN's approach to conflict resolution through peace narratives?
- What role do conflict resolution narratives play in ASEAN's strategy to navigate major power rivalries?
-What challenges does ASEAN face in balancing major power interests through conflict resolution narratives, and how can these be addressed?
-How do ASEAN member states prevent conflicts and enhance regional security?

3.15pm-3.30pm: Afternoon Tea

3.30pm-4.30pm

Session 5: Small States in the Indo-Pacific: Crafting Conflict Resolution Narratives Amidst Major Power Rivalries

Speakers: 

His Excellency Samoan High Commissioner Afamasaga Fa'amatalaupo Toleafoa

Fijian High Commission Second Secretary Josua Tuwere

Questions:
-How can small states leverage their strategic position to influence major power dynamics and promote stability in the Indo-Pacific region?
-What are the primary challenges faced by small states in advocating for conflict resolution amidst the competing interests of major powers?
-What strategies can small states employ to effectively voice their concerns and interests in conflict resolution processes involving major powers?
-How do small states in the Indo-Pacific contribute to or hinder regional cooperation and conflict resolution amidst rising tensions between major powers?

4.30pm-5pm Summary and Declaration 

Closing

Refreshment and Networking

November 19
Post Summit:  Roundtable Dialogue (Virtual)
Time: 3.30pm - 4.30pm NZT 

• What role do narratives play in shaping geopolitical alliances?

• Which narratives will dominate the next decade in international relations?

Contributors:
Prof Stephen Nagy,  International Christian University, Tokyo
David Jonas, George Washington University and Fluet
Dr Jesus Domingo, Department of Foreign Affairs, Metro Manila
LtGen Leo Kosinski (Ret), APSI CoE

Closing: Christian Martin

We encourage all attendees to participate in the 'Geopolitical Insights and Narratives' session and the 'Roundtable Dialogue.' These events are excellent opportunities to connect with international members, share diverse perspectives, and deepen your understanding of current geopolitical challenges. Your involvement will enrich the discussions and foster valuable networking. Please let us know if you want to participate in these two events.