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ISTANBUL MEDENIYET UNIVERSITY

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS CONGRESS

Turkish Foreign Policy in the New World Order: Diplomacy, Security, Systems and Identity

September18-19 2025

İSTANBUL

The initial IMU International Relations Congress, which is set to be held annually by the Department of International Relations at the Faculty of Political Sciences, Istanbul Medeniyet University, will take place on Sept. 18-19, 2025. The congress, titled Turkish Foreign Policy in the New World Order: Diplomacy, Security, System, and Identity, will be hosted in collaboration with Istanbul Medeniyet University and the ORSAM (Center for Middle Eastern Studies). Congress application results will be announced on July 5, 2025

Our event, recognized as an international refereed congress, aims to bring together academics, experts, and graduate students who focus on the annual theme within the disciplines of International Relations and International Law. Through panels, workshops, and presentations, we seek to provide a platform for sharing research and engaging in discussions on current debates and emerging developments within the field.

 

The aim of the IMU International Relations Congress is to feature original papers and panels that address the diplomacy, security, system, and identity dimensions of Turkish foreign policy in the evolving new world order, viewed through the lens of international politics and international law.

 

Individuals wishing to participate in the congress should submit their paper or panel proposals, along with the completed Paper Application Form or Panel Application Form, to imuircongress@imuircongress.org by June 15, 2025

 

ATTENTION: Abstracts must align with the Congress sub-themes listed below. Abstracts that may not directly relate to any of the sub-themes but are still within the scope of the Congress call will also be considered. Additionally, it is planned to publish a selection of presentations from the congress as a compilation book through a prestigious publishing house.

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Congress Themes

In the context of Turkish foreign policy

International Political

Studies

International Law

Studies

Mediation in Foreign

Policy

Global Trade and the Changing Actors of the Economy

Diplomacy and

Artificial Intelligence

International

Organizations

Conflict Resolution

Human Rights

Defense Industry

Energy Policies

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Abstract Writing Rules

Turkish Title: 12 pt., bold, centered, all capital letters

English Title: 12 pt., centered, with initial letters capitalized.

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The abstract should be between 300-400 words and written in the language of the paper (Turkish or English). The text should be justified and in 11 pt. font.

 

The abstract must include the subject, aim, method, findings, and conclusion of the study. It should not exceed one page, including the English version.

 

Keywords: No more than 6 words, written in 11 pt. font.

Boards

SCIENCE BOARD

  • Prof. Dr. Özden Zeynep OKTAV, Istanbul Medeniyet University, head of International Relations Department (Chair)

  • Prof. Dr. Berdal ARAL, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Prof. Dr. Sami Al-ARIAN, Sabahattin Zaim University

  • Prof. Zan TAO, Peking University

  • Prof. Duan JİUZHOU, Qinghua University 

  • Prof. Dr. Muhittin ATAMAN, Ankara University

  • Prof. Dr. Mitat ÇELİKPALA, Kadir Has University

  • Prof. Dr. Emel Parlar DAL, Marmara University

  • Prof. Dr. Mustafa ERGEN Istanbul Technical University

  • Prof. Dr. İsmail ERMAĞAN, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Prof. Dr. Esra HATİPOĞLU, Bahçeşehir University

  • Prof. Dr. Raymond HINNEBUSCH, University of St. Andrews

  • Prof. Dr. Muhammet Lütfullah KARAMAN, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Doç. Dr. Veysel KURT, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Prof. Dr. Oktay Fırat TANRISEVER, Middle East Technical University (METU)

  • Prof. Dr. Hasan Basri YALÇIN, Istanbul University

ORGANIZING BOARD

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Elnur İSMAYIL, Istanbul Medeniyet University (Chair)

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Kadir TEMİZ, Istanbul Medeniyet University-ORSAM President (Chair)

  • Dr. Derya AYTEN, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatih BAYRAM, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Yunus ÇOLAK, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Leman ERDAL, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Helin Sarı ERTEM, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Dr. Meryem ÖZGÜR, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Alperen ÖZKAN, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fatma SARIASLAN, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Dr. Ali İhsan KAHRAMAN, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Dr. Aybars KARCI, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Zekeriya KOÇ, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Şakir YILMAZ, Istanbul Medeniyet University

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Özlem YÜCEL, Istanbul Medeniyet University

Important Dates
Applicants to the congress should note the following important dates

Application Period: March 21 - June 15, 2025

Announcement of Accepted Applications: June 25, 2025

Announcement of the Congress Program: September 1, 2025

Congress Dates: September 18-19, 2025

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Important Notes

Participation in the Congress is subject to a fee, except for invited speakers.

Participants whose abstracts are accepted after the double-blind peer-review process will be notified via email.

Abstracts of all accepted papers will be published as an e-book.

Full-text papers from those who wish to publish their work will undergo preliminary evaluation by relevant editorial boards and the completion of the peer review process before being published by national and international publishing houses.

 

The IMU International Relations Congress is an international scientific event that meets the requirements of Article 8, titled 'Scientific Meeting,' in the 'Social, Humanities, and Administrative Sciences Core Area' of the Interuniversity Council Presidency's 'Associate Professorship Application Conditions,' which states in item 'b) The full text/abstract presented at another international/national scientific meeting, published in print/electronic form (The organizing committee of the other international/national scientific meeting must include an academic representative from a university/institute/scientific institution/professional association that has been officially appointed by the institution/legal entity/decision-making body).'

 

Congress Participation Fee

The participation fee for candidates whose papers/panels are accepted or attendees participating as listeners for the IMU International Relations Congress amounts to: 100 Euro / 100 USD  (without accomodation) and to 300 Euro / 300 USD  (2 day accomodation and breakfast included) The fee covers the event's souvenir bag, certificate, and tea/coffee and lunch provided throughout the event. Participants coming from abroad will be responsible for their own accommodation and travel expenses. 

Frequently Asked Questions

1

In which language will the presentations at the congress be conducted?

Presentations will be made in Turkish and English, and paper submissions will be accepted in the specified languages. Panels consisting entirely of papers in English will have presentations in English.

2

My congress application has been accepted, but I want to withdraw my application. What should I do?

Please send an email to the contact address provided in the application, including the reason for withdrawing your application. The necessary steps will be taken following your email.

3

Is the full paper required when applying for the congress?

No. Only the abstract of the paper needs to be submitted during the application process.

4

Will a paper booklet be created from the submitted papers at the end of the congress?

Yes. A booklet containing the abstracts of the papers presented at the congress will be published online at the end of the event.

5

Will participants receive a certificate?

Yes. A participation certificate will be provided to all participants at the end of the congress.

6

Do I need to make a registration fee payment when applying for the congress?

No. However, participants whose papers are accepted must pay the registration fee by the specified date.

7

Are the congress participation expenses the responsibility of the participants?

Yes.

8

Do the participation fees apply to all participants?

Yes. All participants, whether they are presenting a paper or not (except for invited speakers), are required to pay the participation fee.

9

Is there any financial support provided by the congress for participation fees?

No. There is no financial support available for participants.

10

How should the participation fee be paid for co-authored submissions?

For co-authored paper submissions, the participation fee must be paid separately for each author attending the congress.

Is there any financial support provided by the congress for participation fees?

No. There is no financial support available for participants.

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