About – CapsPak

ABOUT US

Advancing independent discourse on Asia-Pacific

About CAPS

Consortium for Asia Pacific Studies (CAPS) is a Pakistan-based multi-institutional forum that seeks to expand objective understanding of Asia Pacific region, which has assumed greater geopolitical significance in recent times and is projected to maintain its relevance for foreseeable future. Due to limited avenues of independent research on the evolving world order and its implications for Pakistan, CAPS stands out as a pioneering platform that brings together prominent and emerging scholars working on wide range of topics related to Asia Pacific. Our goal is to inform policy discourse and educate public on Pakistan’s policy choices amidst global transformations.

Our Methodology

We harness the power of modern digital communication platforms to both generate and circulate expert discourse concerning the Asia Pacific region. Through leveraging these advanced tools, we facilitate the exchange of insights, analyses, and perspectives among scholars and stakeholders, ensuring a wide-reaching and impactful dissemination of knowledge.

Objectives

To develop Pakistan-based research community on politics and security of Asia-Pacific

To project an informed understanding of Asia Pacific region among Pakistani policy makers, academia and opinion makers

To develop linkages between Pakistan and Asia Pacific region through collaborative research, dialogue and advocacy

Our guiding principles

Collaboration, not competition; synergies, not silos

Innovation and rigour in research design and methodologies

Integrity in promoting independent and constructive critique and dialogue

Research outcomes that deliver social benefits and informs effective policy and practice

Systematic and public sharing, exchange and dialogue on new knowledge and outcomes

Transparency, trust and respect in how we engage with all stakeholders and partners

Serve as a genuine and inclusive consortium of demonstrated research experts and contributors across universities, civil society, communities and government

Relationship and connectivity benefits that flow back to all participants in research enterprises

Commitment to evidence-based research and practice drawing on both theoretical insights and empirical data

Join our network

CAPS membership is open to:
i. Faculty members of public/private universities working on any issue related to Asia-Pacific Region
ii. University students enrolled in relevant disciplines including but not limited to Political Science, International Relations, Strategic Studies, International Political Economy, Area Studies with a keen interest in Politics, Security and Economy of Asia-Pacific region
iii. Members of diplomatic community, media and civil society organizations.

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