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May 12, 2022

by Ivo Ganchev in Academic

Discussion on Regional Integration Theory at the 2022 LASA Conference

Despite the various challenges and setbacks it constantly faces, Latin American integration has remained resilient and continued to develop, albeit often in a fragmented manner. Most mainstream theories of regional integration are able to explain how this process developed in Europe, but not in other regions. This creates a fundamental contradiction which I am exploring […]

April 5, 2022

by Ivo Ganchev in Academic

Chair, Discussant and Author at the ISA Annual Conference 2022

This year, I had the great pleasure of participating actively on three panels at the International Studies Association (ISA) Annual Conference. This is usually the largest annual event in the field of international studies and it attracts scholars from around the globe to present their state-of-the-art research. It is also the most highly regarded one, […]

November 10, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Academic

ISA Northeast 2021 Presentations: Regionalism in Latin America and Beyond

Between November 4 and 6, ISA Northeast held its 2021 conference as a virtual event with over 75 panels and 400 presentations by leading international relations scholars from around the world. A keynote speech was delivered by Siba N. Grovogui, Professor of International Relations Theory at Cornell University. I had the pleasure of presenting two […]

September 10, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Corporate, Public Service

Keynote Speech at China’s Largest Trade Expo (CIFTIS)

As Vice-Chairman of the Bulgaria China Chamber of Commerce, I was very glad to represent eight Bulgarian companies at the 2021 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS). 非常开心又机会在中国国际服务贸易交易会（CIFTIS）代表八家保加利亚的企业！ It was a great pleasure for me to deliver a keynote speech on the state of the Bulgarian service sector! The feedback from Chinese companies, […]

May 29, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Academic

Presentation at the Latin American Studies Association (LASA)

From May 26 to 29, the Latin American Studies Association (LASA) conducted its annual conference. This is the largest and most well-attended event on Latin American Studies in the world. It offers an invaluable opportunity to meet leading scholars, and to discuss the latest state-of-the-art research in the field. My presentation this year outlined the […]

May 19, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Academic

Invited Guest Lecture at Peking University

On May 19, I had the pleasure of delivering a guest lecture to masters students at Peking University about the past and present of the Balkan Peninsula. The region has a peculiar history, and it has unfortunately inspired the word ‘balkanisation’, a pejorative term for fragmentation of a larger region or state into smaller regions […]

May 14, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Corporate

Panel Discussion at Yulin Economic Forum

On May 14, I had the pleasure of joining the Yulin Economic Forum where I presented investment opportunities in Bulgaria and the work of the Bulgaria China Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Many thanks to the China-Europe Association for Technical & Economic Cooperation for inviting me to speak, and for introducing me to a number […]

May 13, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Corporate

Productive Dialogue with Vice-Governor Guo Yonghong

On May 13, I had a productive discussion with Mrs. Guo Yonghong (郭永红), Vice-Governor of Shaanxi Province as well as with representatives from the PRC’s Ministry of Commerce and various local government officials. We discussed a variety of topics, including the promotion of trade between China and Europe and the current state of international politics. […]

May 11, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Corporate

Fifth Silk Road International Expo in Xi’an

On May 11, The Fifth Silk Road International Expo was launched in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province. This year, it attracted more than 1,900 envoys and guests from 98 countries and regions. My trip to the Silk Road Expo was very productive as it allowed me to learn more about the local economy of Shaanxi and to […]

April 15, 2021

by Ivo Ganchev in Academic

Letter of Gratitude from The International Studies Association (ISA)

From April 6 to 9, the International Studies Association (ISA) organized its annual conference. Thousands of scholars participated and presented the latest state-of-the art research in the field of International Studies. It was a pleasure to contribute to the conference in a variety of capacities. The feedback I received from my highly-esteemed colleagues was invaluable. […]

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All posts by: Ivo Ganchev

Discussion on Regional Integration Theory at the 2022 LASA Conference

Chair, Discussant and Author at the ISA Annual Conference 2022

ISA Northeast 2021 Presentations: Regionalism in Latin America and Beyond

Keynote Speech at China’s Largest Trade Expo (CIFTIS)

Presentation at the Latin American Studies Association (LASA)

Invited Guest Lecture at Peking University

Panel Discussion at Yulin Economic Forum

Productive Dialogue with Vice-Governor Guo Yonghong

Fifth Silk Road International Expo in Xi’an

Letter of Gratitude from The International Studies Association (ISA)

All posts by: Ivo Ganchev

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