4th CPIL Guest lecture on Teaching and Researching International Law in Asia

Event Overview

The Centre for the Promotion of International Law at Vinayaka Mission’s Law School (VMLS) recently hosted its 4th guest lecture, titled “Teaching and Researching International Law in Asia: Critical Approaches, and Other Research Methodologies.” This enlightening event took place on June 3rd, 2024, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM IST (5:00 PM to 6:30 PM SGT).

Speaker Profile

The session was led by Mr. Amiel Ian Valdez, a Research Fellow at the Centre for International Law, National University of Singapore, and the Asian Society of International Law. Mr. Valdez, who oversees the ‘Teaching and Researching International Law in Asia’ (TRILA) program at CIL and serves as Associate Editor for the Asian Journal of International Law, brought a wealth of expertise and insight to the lecture.

Key Highlights

Focus Areas:

• The lecture explored critical approaches and other research methodologies in teaching and researching international law in Asia.
• Mr. Valdez discussed the relevance of international law in the Asian context, highlighting the unique challenges and opportunities faced by educators and researchers in the region.
• Emphasis was placed on the pivotal role of critical approaches in shaping the discourse and understanding of international law within Asian societies.

Interactive Discussion:

• The session included an interactive segment where attendees engaged with Mr. Valdez, posing questions and discussing various aspects of international law research and teaching methodologies.
• Attendees benefited from Mr. Valdez’s insights on integrating interdisciplinary perspectives and adopting innovative research strategies in the field of international law.

Participant Feedback:

• Engagement: The lecture was well-attended by students, faculty, and legal professionals, all of whom expressed keen interest in the topic.
• Learning Experience: Participants found the session highly informative and appreciated the depth of knowledge and practical insights shared by Mr. Valdez.
• Interactive Component: The Q&A segment was particularly valued, as it allowed for direct interaction with the speaker and deeper exploration of specific queries related to the topic.