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Are you a postdoc researcher or mid-career policymaker passionate about Southeast Asia’s place in global power dynamics? The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme 2026 offers a fully funded opportunity to conduct research in Singapore at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute. Dive deep into critical themes like US-China relations, Asia-Pacific security, regional economics, and digital influence. Gain direct exposure, share your findings, and become part of a prestigious scholarly network dedicated to policy-relevant research in Southeast Asia.
The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme honors the legacy of Professor Wang Gungwu, former Chairman of ISEAS. This initiative supports early-career researchers and mid-career policymakers to undertake focused, high-impact research on Southeast Asia within themes such as US-China dynamics, regional security, economic cooperation, China’s influence, and digital diplomacy. Fellows will be hosted at ISEAS for 2 to 6 months, contributing to key publications and presenting their findings.
The ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, based in Singapore, is a leading regional research center focused on socio-political, security, and economic trends in Southeast Asia. With a mission to generate policy-relevant insights and promote regional understanding, ISEAS hosts scholars and fellows from across the world to engage in groundbreaking research that shapes dialogue and strategy in the region.
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Benefits:
- Monthly stipend (includes housing allowance)
- Round-trip economy airfare
- Workspace, computer, and library access at ISEAS
- Publication opportunity in ISEAS Perspective and ISEAS Fulcrum
- In-house seminar to present findings
- Meeting with Professor Wang Gungwu (subject to availability)
- Consideration for cost-sharing proposals
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to post-doctoral researchers and mid-career policymakers
- Mid-career applicants without a Ph.D. must demonstrate relevant experience and research interest
- Open to applicants from all countries
- Research should align with the programme’s core thematic areas
Application Process
🗓 Application Window: 28 April – 30 July 2025
📧 Submit your application via email to: development@iseas.edu.sg
📌 Email Subject: Application for ISEAS Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme 2026 – [Your Full Name]
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- CV/Resume
- 3-page Research Statement (incl. research topic, methods, timeline, expected outputs, and fellowship duration)
- Two Letters of Reference (sent directly by referees)
- Proposal for cost-sharing (if applicable)
📌 Reference Email Subject: Application for ISEAS Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme 2026 – Reference Letter for [Applicant Name]
About Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme
Are you a postdoc researcher or mid-career policymaker passionate about Southeast Asia’s place in global power dynamics? The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Program 2026 offers a fully funded opportunity to conduct research in Singapore at the ISEAS- Yusof Ishak Institute. Dive deep into critical themes like US-China relations, Asia-Pacific security, regional economics, and digital influence. Gain direct exposure, share your findings, and become part of a prestigious scholarly network dedicated to policy-relevant research in Southeast Asia.
The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme honors the legacy of Professor Wang Gungwu, former Chairman of ISEAS. This initiative supports early-career researchers and mid-career policymakers to undertake focused, high-impact research on Southeast Asia within themes such as US-China dynamics, regional security, economic cooperation, China’s influence, and digital diplomacy. Fellows will be hosted at ISEAS for 2 to 6 months, contributing to key publications and presenting their findings.
The ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, based in Singapore, is a leading regional research center focused on socio-political, security, and economic trends in Southeast Asia. With a mission to generate policy-relevant insights and promote regional understanding, ISEAS hosts scholars and fellows from across the world to engage in groundbreaking research that shapes dialogue and strategy in the region.
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