ASEM is the largest bi-regional intergovernmental meeting, remarkable as it has no permanent secretariat and no decision-making capacity. Indeed, many advocates for ASEM believe that its informality is one of its greatest strengths. Alongside the Leaders’ Summit, there are regular meetings of Foreign Ministers (now 18 since 1996), and fewer yet regular meetings of Education, Transport and other governmental actions. 

Given the tensions and opportunities in relationships between European and Asian nations, what role does and might ASEM play in addressing these challenges? Why led Australia to join ASEM, and how does it serve our interests? How might ASEM contribute to addressing global issues such as the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals? These questions, and more, will be addressed in this seminar.

SPEAKERS

Bob Davis is a senior officer in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, currently Special Adviser in Europe Division.

Professor Bruce Wilson is Director of the European Union Centre at RMIT, and has participated actively in various ASEM civil society activities.

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​A light lunch will be served​. - Please let us know of any dietary requirements

​Free event​

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