The Fourth METU Conference on International Relations, Ankara, 30.6-2.7 2005 International Relations Department of Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey is hosting its fourth Annual METU Conference on International Relations on 30 June -2 July 2005. The major theme of the Conference this year is Neighbourhood: Past, Present and Future.’ Call for papers for the conference and further information is attached. We would appreciate if you could make this announcement in your institution and please share it with your colleagues. Yours Sincerely, Organization Committee Assoc. Prof. Dr. Meliha Altunisik Assist. Prof.. Dr. Oktay Tanrisever Assist. Prof. Dr. Ebru Boyar Dr. Zana Citak Ayturk Sait Aksit Sayın Ilgili, Orta DoÄY"u Teknik Universitesi Uluslararasi Iliskiler Bolumu’nun duzenledigi 4. ODTU Uluslararasi Iliskiler Konferansi bu yil 30 Haziran-2 Temmuz 2005 tarihleri arasinda yapilacaktir. Bu yilki konferansin temasi â€~Gecmis, Bugun ve Gelecekte Komsuluk’ olarak belirlenmistir. Teblige davet metni ve konferansla ilgili bilgiler ekte iletilmistir. Saygilarimizla, Organizasyon Komitesi Doc. Dr. Meliha Altunisik Y. Doc. Dr. Oktay Tanrısever Y. Doc. Dr. Ebru Boyar Dr. Zana Citak Ayturk Sait Aksit THE FOURTH METU CONFERENCE ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS ANKARA, JUNE 30-JULY 2, 2005 NEIGHBOURHOOD: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE CALL FOR PAPERS http://www.ir.metu.edu.tr/conf/ The Middle East Technical University (METU) Department of International Relations calls for proposals for pre-organised panels, roundtables and individual papers for its annual fourth METU Conference on International Relations to be held on June 30-July 02, 2005 in Ankara, Turkey. GENERAL FRAMEWORK The issue of neighbourhood in international relations has drawn an increasing scholarly attention in recent times. In a world where border security has gained a new dimension with the growth of transnational terrorism and where migration across borders has a great impact on both domestic and international politics, the concept of neighbourhood needs further academic attention. In the same way, globalisation fosters the idea of the creation of "zones of peace" as a means to generate and enhance democratisation at regional level while at the same time it encourages economic development through regional economic integration. The theme of the Fourth METU Conference of International Relations is neighbourhood with a particular focus on Turkey. The concept of neighbourhood in international relations will be studied in its historical and contemporary manifestations. The historical section, entitled the Ottoman neighbourhood will be organised jointly with the Skilliter Centre for Ottoman Studies, Newnham College, University of Cambridge. At the same time, projections for the future will be made based on the past and present findings. A theoretical scrutiny of the concept of neighbourhood will help to gain a greater understanding of the concept and its changing meaning. Migration, democratisation, security, political economy of neighbourhood and a variety of transboundary issues within the neighbourhood of Turkey will be covered in the conference. THE FOURTH M.E.T.U. CONFERENCE ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS: NEIGHBOURHOOD: PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE MIDDLE EAST TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS JUNE 30-JULY 2, 2005 ANKARA DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, METU THEMES THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVES • Conceptions of Neighbourhood • (Re-)Constructing Regions • Questions of Identity • Space and Politics THE OTTOMAN NEIGHBOURHOOD • Migration, Annexation, Loyalty • Permeable Borders • Foreigners Within • Intra-Neighbourhood • Representation of the Neighbourhood MIGRATION • Refugees • Diaspora Politics • Legal Aspects • Human Trafficking DEMOCRATISATION: THE EXTERNAL DIMENSION • Zones of Peace • Intervention • Regional Stability SECURITY • New Conceptions of Security • Terrorism • Border Security • Territorial Conflicts POLITICAL ECONOMY OF NEIGHBOURHOOD • Regional Integration • Interdependence • Energy Networks • Trade and Investment TRANSBOUNDARY SPACES • Transboundary Waters • Cultural Boundaries • Cross Border Trade PAPER/PANEL PROPOSALS The Conference invites proposals for individual papers or complete panels. All proposals for papers and panels should be submitted before April 15, 2005. APPLICATION INFORMATION An application should include: 1. The paper/panel title 2. A short abstract including methodology, main assumptions and conclusions of paper (300 words maximum) 3. Author/participant name(s) and institutional affiliations 4. A one paragraph biographical statement of each participant (not a detailed CV) 5. Author/participant e-mail addresses (essential), telephone and fax numbers 6. Any audio-visual equipment requests (if applicable) The Conference Committee encourages electronic submissions, by filling the online application form. However, those who do have limited access to electronic communication facilities can send their proposals via fax provided that the proposal deadline is observed. CONFERENCE TIMETABLE April 15, 2005: Final date for submission of Abstracts April 29, 2005: Authors will be informed of acceptance of abstracts for presentation May 27, 2005: Last day for pre-registration (A late registration fee will be charged after this date) June 15, 2005: Final date for submission of paper and for confirmation of participation June 30-July 2, 2005: Conference and On Site Registration VENUE The Conference will be held at the Department of International Relations, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences B-Building, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey. SCHEDULE The Conference will begin on Thursday, June 30, 2004 at 10 AM, and end on Saturday, July 2, 2005 in the late afternoon. REGISTRATION Conference Registration Fees Participant Fee: U.S. $ 50, € 40 Student Fee: U.S. $ 25, € 20 Registration Fee on Arrival: U.S. $ 70, € 55 Corporate Fee: U.S. $ 150, € 120 Registration fee includes opening cocktail, conference dinner, lunches, refreshments and conference materials. Those who do not wish to make use of these facilities may participate to the panels as listeners without any payment.