2024
Dates will be confirmed when the funding is available, and the number of delegates is sufficient.
Please note, most delegates are self-funded or are fully sponsored by their institutions.
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Annual Summit
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Please note, the registration fees are transferable but are not refundable.
2024:
The Jonah Project
February - May:
Part 1: Peace Building and Conflict Resolution Discussion Series
June-November
Part 2: Tomorrow's Geopolitics: Shaping Force and Statecraft
Events organised by APSI Forum and Center of Excellence (COE)
March: Congress
Peace Building and Conflict Resolution
Type: Virtual
Date: March 25
7pm-9pm NZT
How do think tanks like APSI collaborate with governmental and non-governmental organizations in peace building initiatives?
What are the challenges faced by think tanks in their efforts to promote peace building and conflict resolution, and how do they overcome these challenges?
Moderator: Maxwell Abbott
Session 1: Cultural Understanding and conflict resolution
Speaker: Col Ashok Mishra (Res)
Session 2: Media as Mediator: Shaping Peaceful Narratives
Speaker: Brett Murphy, BA
Session 3: Psychology of Conflict Resolution
Speaker: Dr Barnaby Pace
Session 4: Food Resilience for Peace Building Effort
Speaker: Dr Eddy Kristianto
Conclusion: Assessing the Influence of Concepts
Anita Abbott, PhD
Special topic
Eurasia's Next Chapter: Potential Coalition and Conflict
May 12
8-9 pm NZT
Virtual
Facilitator: Anita Abbott, PhD
In collaboration with Polintell
Eurasia's Next Chapter: Potential Coalition and Conflict
What are the key factors driving the formation of potential coalitions in Eurasia in the coming years?
How might shifting geopolitical dynamics impact the emergence of alliances and conflicts within Eurasia?
What role will energy resources play in shaping potential coalitions and conflicts in Eurasia's next chapter?
What are the potential scenarios for cooperation and competition among major powers within Eurasia, and how might these scenarios evolve in the coming years?
How might the strategic interests of Turkey, India, China, Russia, and Iran converge or diverge, leading to the formation of potential coalitions or exacerbating conflicts in Eurasia?
What role does each of the key players (Turkey, India, China, Russia, Iran) envision for themselves in shaping the future geopolitical landscape of Eurasia, and how might their aspirations influence potential coalition dynamics or conflict escalation?
May: Strategic Forum Discussion
Strategic Approaches: Balancing Support for Taiwan while Neutralizing China’s Influence
Type: Virtual
Date: May 26
Facilitator: MGen Gert-Johannes Hagemann (Ret)
June: Webinar
Date: TBA
Geopolitics of Cooperation
Facilitator: Vadm Paul Bennett (Ret) (TBC)
- What are the implications of geopolitical rivalries on regional cooperation initiatives, particularly in the areas like the Indo-Pacific or the Middle East?
- What are the geopolitical implications of emerging powers engaging in cooperative initiatives with traditional global actors?
July: Strategic Forum Discussion
Can a state be pacifist?
Type: Virtual
Date: TBA
7-9 pm NZT
Can a State be Pacifist?
Facilitator: MGen Gert-Johannes Hagemann (Ret) (TBC)
Session 1: Peaceful Paradigms: The Evolution of State Level Conflict Resolution
Session 2: Redefining Security and the feasibility of Pacifist states
Session 3: Pursuing Peace: Challenges and Pathways to State Pacifism
August:
Strategic Forum Discussion
Normalising Diplomacy: Building Bridges
August
Date: TBA
Venue: Sofitel Hotel, Wellington (TBC)
Facilitator: Anita Abbott, PhD
Session 1:
Bridging Cultures: Enhancing Asian-European Diplomatic Relations
Session 2:
Intercontinental Dialogue: Normalising Asian-European Diplomacy
Break
Session 3:
New Horizon: Diplomatic Normalisation with young nation: Timor Leste as a Case Study
Session 4:
Empowering Small, Traditional States: Advancing Diplomatic Relations
Networking lunch
International Parliamentary Assembly
Small States, Big Visions: Navigating Future Statecraft
Type: Virtual
Date: August, Date TBA
Moderator: Dr Vira Ratsiborynska (TBC)
Opening Remarks:
Elevating Voices: Advocating Small States's Diplomatic Priorities
Session 1: Strategic Agility: How Small States Shape the Future of Governance
Session 2: Diplomatic Innovations: Small State Contributions to Global Statecraft
Session 3: Resilience and Adaptability: Strategies for Small State Governance
Session 4: Challenges and Opportunities: Future Pathways for Small States
Session 5: Collaborative Sovereignty: Small States in the Future Global Landscape
Session 6: Sustainable Development: Small States' Diplomatic Collaboration
Closing:
Empowering Small States: Fostering Inclusive Diplomacy in the International Parliamentary Assembly
September
Strategic Discussion Forum
Navigating Global Relations: The Foundations of a Non-Block Foreign Policy
Moderator: Dr Minh Tran (TBC)
Date and venue: TBC
November:
Annual Summit
Tomorrow's Geopolitics: Shaping the Force and Statecraft
Venue: Lady Norwood, Sofitel Hotel, Wellington (TBC)
Date: 18th of November
Moderator: Brett Murphy
Session 1: Emerging Technologies and Future Warfare": Exploring the impact of advanced technologies on the future landscape of statecraft and military strategies
Session 2: Space as the Next Frontier in Geopolitics: Delving into the evolving role of space exploration and technologies, and potential conflicts in shaping the geopolitical landscape of the future
Session 3: Humanitarian Interventions and State Sovereignty: Exploring the ethical and geopolitical considerations surrounding humanitarian interventions, and the evolving concept of state sovereignty in the face of global challenges
Session 4: Regional Power Dynamics: Analyzing the shifting dynamics among regional powers and how they influence global geopolitics, with a focus on potential conflicts and collaborations
Session 5: Soft Power and Cultural Diplomacy: Discussing the influence of culture, media, and soft power in international relations, and how nations can leverage these elements for effective statecraft
Session 6: Naval Power and Statecraft: Analyzing the role of naval forces in shaping geopolitical strategies and how maritime capabilities contribute to a nation's influence on the global stage
Session 7:Nuclear Proliferation Challenges: Discussing the challenges associated with the spread of nuclear weapons and the implications for global security and diplomatic efforts
Post Summit:
Colloquium
The Future of Geopolitical Conflict and Cooperation
Moderator: Brett Murphy
Session 1: Navigating the Intersection: Exploring the Impact of Emerging Technologies on Global Geopolitical Dynamics
Session 2: Unraveling the Forces Behind Contemporary Geopolitical Power Shifts
Session 3: Charting the Course: Addressing Ethical Dilemmas in the Evolution of Conflict and Warfare
Session 4: Adapting Diplomacy: Navigating Complex Challenges in an Ever-Evolving Global Landscape
Session 5: The Role of Non-State Actors in exacerbating conflicts or promoting collaborative solutions
December: End of Year Panel Discussion
Moderator: Brett Murphy
Asia's Next Chapter: Potential Coalition and Conflict Among Tomorrow's Rising Powers
Events organised by APSI Community Hub
April: 5th Anniversary
Organised by: Community Relations Division
15th of April
The Launch of The Jonah Method
In collaboration with Polintell
18th of April
Supporting "women help women" fundraising event
Napier, New Zealand
6pm-9pm
End of Year Function (TBC)
Masquerade Party Mask
Theme: Green Harmony
Fundraising Event for Wildlife and Nature
Supporting WWF
Date and Venue : TBC