Call for Papers | International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approach to Achieving Sustainability in Trade, Investment and Competition Law by Bennett University: Register by Nov 15

About the Organisation

Bennett University was established in 2016 under the aegis of the Times Group. Backed by a legacy spanning more than 180+ years, Bennett University is committed to creating leaders for the 21st century who deliver professional excellence and are well-rounded individuals who can think critically about issues from multiple perspectives.

About School of Law, Bennett University

Bennett University established the School of Law with a vision to strive for excellence in teaching, research, and advocacy towards Justice for all by shaping thought leaders in public policy of National and International dimensions.

About Centre for Trade, Investment and Competiton

The Centre for Trade, Investment and Competiton (CTIC) has been established in the premises of Bennett University (BU) as a functional unit attached to the School of Law, to support academic pursuits of the University in the field of Trade, Investment and Competition, (1) with intensive research, (2) training and (3) advocacy in the matters involving Trade and competition laws and policies.

About the Seminar/Conference

School of Law, Bennett University (India) and the Centre for Trade, Investment and Competition (CTIC) invites research papers for the International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approach to Achieving Sustainability in Trade, Investment and Competition Law to be held on 27-29th Nov. 2024.

Eligibility

Academicians/ Professionals, Ph.D. Scholars, UG and PG Students

Theme

Multidisciplinary Approach to Achieving Sustainability in Trade, Investment and Competition Law.

Submission Categories

• Investment Law, Environment Protection and SDGs
• Investment Dispute Settlement Mechanism and SDGs
• BITs and SDGs
• Right to Development, Investment Law and SDGs
• Multilateralism, Inclusive Growth and SDGs
• Designing Trade Policies to achieve SDGs
• Social Aspect of Trade and Investment and SDGs
• Environmental Aspect of Trade and Investment and SDGs
• Free Trade Agreements and SDGs
• Trade Barriers and SDGs
• Trade Subsidies and SDGs
• Protectionism and SDGs
• Artificial Intelligence a friend or foe to global trade
• Risk of Artificial Intelligence in Digital Trade
• International Trade & Geo-Political Conflict
• Trade War, Globalisation – A Counterbalance Perspective
• Carbon Pricing Policy effect on International Trade
• Global Economy – Impact and role of trade
• ESG and Global Trade
• Competition law as a tool to achieve sustainability
• Possible amendments to competition law to support SDGs
• Pro- competitive justifications for sustainability agreements
• Competition policy and green innovation
• Sustainability Agreements vs. Cartels and Greenwashing
• Any other relevant topic

Formatting Guidelines

• The main text should be in Times New Roman with font size 12 and spacing of 1.5.
• The footnotes should be in Times New Roman, font size 10 with single spacing.
• Referencing style: OSCOLA citation system.
• Plagiarism: All submissions must be the author’s original and unpublished work. Maximum of 10% plagiarism is permitted.
• The paper must be submitted in word document (.doc or .docx) format only.
• Selected papers shall be published in book format by a reputed publisher with ISBN number.

Submission Guidelines

Submission of Abstract

• Each applicant must submit a 1000 word abstract providing an overview of the proposed paper by e-mail to [email protected] no later than 30th October 2024.
• Abstract must contain details about the names of the author(s), contact details, institutional affiliation, and designation.
• Maximum of 5 keywords are to be provided along with the abstract.
• Abstract must be submitted in word (.doc or .docx) format only.
• Co-authorship is permissible.
• Acceptance of the abstracts shall be communicated via email by 30th October 2024.

Submission of Paper

• Last date for submission of the paper is 15th November 2024.
• All papers must be submitted to [email protected]
• The full-length paper must have the abstract and details of the authors.

Important Dates

• Submission of Abstract: 30th October 2024
• Registration: 5th November 2024
• Submission of Full Papers: 15th November 2024
• Conference dates: 27-29th November 2024

Registration Fees

• Academicians/ Professionals: 2500
• Ph.D. Scholars:1500
• UG and PG Students: 500

Registration Process

On selection of the abstract, the author(s) must pay the required registration fees for conference presentation, no later than 05th November, 2024. The link for the payment portal shall be sent to the authors whose abstract would be selected along-with the acceptance mail.

Submission Procedure

All papers must be submitted to SOL.CTICL[at]bennett.edu.in

Contact Information

Email: SOL.CTICL[at]bennett.edu.in

The brochure is here.