AAS-in-Asia Lahore 2026
LATE BREAKING SUBMISSIONS
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Accepting Late-Breaking Proposals Starting April 1, 2026
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Registrations Now Open
Join AAS-in-Asia Lahore 2026 and be part of a leading global gathering of scholars and practitioners.
Welcome to AAS-in-Asia Lahore 2026!
In 2026, Lahore prepares to host the Association for Asian Studies’ flagship AAS-in-Asia Conference, bringing together scholars, students, and practitioners from across Asia, West Asia, Africa, Middle East, and beyond.
With the theme Centering Asia: Refiguring Connections, Recharting Futures, this conference highlights Asia’s significance as a region of both continuity and reinvention. Home to more than 4.8 billion people, Asia contains some of the world’s largest economies, vibrant cultural and knowledge traditions, and dynamic histories of exchange. It is also shaped by persistent conflicts, climate disruption, and displacement.
By convening in Lahore, a historic crossroads of empires, faiths, trade, and creativity, this gathering underscores the urgency and opportunity of engaging Asia as a vital focus for rethinking global challenges and imagining just and livable futures.
We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring and enriching experience!
📌 Conference Update
As of today (13.04.2026), LUMS and the Association for Asian Studies (AAS) are continuing preparations to hold the conference in both in-person and hybrid formats.
We remain committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and engaging experience. Further updates will be shared regularly with prospective participants.
Welcome to Pakistan, welcome to Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
LUMS is Pakistan's leading research intensive university, excelling in teaching and driven by a philosophy of 'Learning Without Borders'.
For over three decades, LUMS has nurtured visionary leaders and change makers who are equipped to anticipate and tackle the challenges of society. Our beautiful 100 acre campus is a place where extraordinary things happen: the brightest and most talented minds come together to engage in meaningful dialogue, question the ordinary and explore innovative solutions to real-life problems.
HYBRID & VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION
The conference will be held primarily in person at LUMS, with hybrid participation options available for those unable to travel due to visa, funding, or other constraints.
Limited virtual access options will be offered to ensure broader participation while maintaining the integrity of the in-person conference experience.
Location
Hybrid event:
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)
Lahore
Pakistan, 54792
Contact us
If you have any questions, please contact aasinasia2026@lums.edu.pk