Asian Conference for Political Communication 2025

Asian Conference for Political Communication 2025

By Konrad Adenauer Stiftung

Get ready for the ultimate gathering of political communication enthusiasts in Asia in 2025!

Date and time

Location

PARKROYAL on Beach Road

7500 Beach Road Singapore, 199591 Singapore

Agenda

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Registration and Refreshments

9:00 AM - 9:20 AM

Opening Remarks

9:20 AM - 9:50 AM

Keynote Address

TBC

9:50 AM - 11:00 AM

Navigating the New World Post Pax Americana

Bilahari Kausikan

Dr Yeo Lay Hwee

The world is entering an era where the long-standing dominance of the United States in global affairs is increasingly contested. The rise of China, the resurgence of middle powers, the assertion of r...

11:10 AM - 12:20 PM

Trump and Marcos' return to Power: Examining Political Comebacks

Steven Okun

Dr. Adrian Ang

Dr. Nicole Curato

Rep. Leila de Lima

Political comebacks can reshape national landscapes and capture global attention, as exemplified by Donald Trump’s return to the U.S. presidency and Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s rise in the Phil...

12:20 PM - 1:40 PM

Networking Lunch

1:40 AM - 2:50 PM

(Non)Communicating across Boundaries in Asia: Digital Platforms & AI

Eni Lestari

Dr. Irfan Wahyudi

Dr. Abdul Rohman

Dr. Dam Hee Kim

Digital platforms and artificial intelligence are transforming how people in Asia connect across boundaries of religion, ethnicity, gender identity, political orientation, and ability. On one hand, t...

Winning the Next Generation: Engaging & Informing Youth in the Digital Age

Finn Werner

Social media platforms have become the central arena where young people consume information, engage with politics, and shape their worldviews. From TikTok and Instagram to YouTube and emerging platfo...

3:20 PM - 4:30 PM

Deepfakes, Disinformation & Democracy: Protecting Democratic Resilience

Cleve Arguelles

Maria Monica Wihardja

Syed Nazakat

In today’s digital age, the manipulation of information poses a serious threat to democratic processes. Deepfakes, AI-generated media, and coordinated disinformation campaigns can distort public perc...

Beyond Green Talk: Innovating Environmental Communication for Impact

Keshav Jha

Imelda Abano

Abe Lim

For decades, environmental communication often relied on fear-based messages, statistics, and abstract warnings of future catastrophe. While important, these approaches often struggled to inspire sus...

4:40 PM - 5:50 PM

From Ideas to Impact: Understanding Civic Engagement in Asia

Voltaire Tupaz

Tharma Pillai

Bivitri Susanti

Across Asia, communities have shown a remarkable capacity to unite, harness digital technologies, and navigate complex social and political landscapes. Often sparked by a triggering event, urgent iss...

5:50 PM - 6:00 PM

Closing Remarks

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Highlights

  • 10 hours
  • In person

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Government • International Affairs

Welcome to the Asian Conference for Political Communication 2025! Join us for a dynamic gathering of political communication enthusiasts at the PARKROYAL on Beach Road. This event will bring together experts, researchers, and practitioners to discuss the latest trends and challenges in the field. Get ready for insightful keynote speeches, engaging panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Don't miss this chance to exchange ideas and learn from top professionals in the industry. Register now to secure your spot!

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Konrad Adenauer Stiftung

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