The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme honours Professor Wang Gungwu, former Chairman of the Board of Trustees at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute (ISEAS) for his distinguished tenure of 17 years and for his key contributions in nurturing a strong culture of research excellence at ISEAS.
The programme aims to build the next generation of scholars and policy makers exploring the nexus of big-power relations and its impact on Southeast Asia, through policy relevant and contemporary research on international politics and security, regional economics and digital technology, in the following priority areas of research:
- Developments in US-China relations and their impact on Southeast Asia
- Asia Pacific security issues (e.g. South China Sea, China-ASEAN relations)
- Progress and prospects of global/regional economic cooperation initiatives
(e.g. Belt and Road Initiative and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) - Rise of China and its impact on Southeast Asian communities
- Use of digital media and technology by countries to further their interests and influence perceptions in Southeast Asian countries
Fellowships may be for a minimum of two (2) months, up to a period of six (6) months, subject to approval by ISEAS. Successful applicants are expected to be in residence at ISEAS for the duration of their fellowship.
Expected Outputs and Publication Opportunities
Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows (WGWVF) are required to contribute to ISEAS Perspective and Fulcrum publications in the areas of their research and speak at an in-house seminar on their research findings during their fellowship at ISEAS. As WGWVF, researchers will be part of a network of regional scholars and are welcome to contribute to ISEAS after their fellowship.
Stipend and Benefits
- The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme offers successful applicants a fixed monthly stipend (inclusive of a housing subsidy) for the duration of their fellowship at ISEAS and round-trip economy airfare between their home base and Singapore.
- As a Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellow, you will be invited to a meeting with Professor Wang Gungwu during your fellowship.
- Successful applicants will enjoy access to office space, computer equipment and IT services, ISEAS Library and other facilities at ISEAS, where appropriate.
- Proposals for partial/full cost-sharing will also be considered.
Eligibility
The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme is open to post-doctoral researchers and academics who have obtained their Ph.D. qualification, with experience in research work and publications.
We also welcome mid-career policymakers who may not have a Ph.D. but possess the relevant professional experience and research interest.
Application for 2025 intake has closed. For enquiries on this programme, please contact:
Mr Malcolm Yiong
Assistant Director, Development, ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute
development@iseas.edu.sg