The Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellowship is now open for international students and researchers interested in conducting policy-related research in Singapore. Hosted by the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute, this prestigious fully funded fellowship is designed to support mid-career professionals and postdoctoral scholars who wish to explore regional developments in Southeast Asia, with a particular focus on global power dynamics, China-ASEAN relations, and international security.

This program is a two-month fully funded research fellowship that allows fellows to engage with scholars, contribute to ISEAS publications, and become part of a dynamic network of regional researchers. Participants will receive financial support covering travel, accommodation, and a monthly stipend.

Summary of the Fellowship Program:

• Fellowship Name: Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellowship
• Host Country: Singapore
• Host Institution: ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute
• Duration: 2 Months
• Coverage: Fully Funded (Travel + Monthly Stipend + Accommodation Subsidy)
• Eligibility: Open to all nationalities
• Deadline: 30 July
• Target Group: Mid-career policymakers & postdoctoral researchers
• Application Mode: Via Email

About the Fellowship

The fellowship honors Professor Wang Gungwu, the former Chairman of the Board of Trustees at ISEAS, for his 17 years of service. During the program, fellows are expected to present their research in an internal seminar, contribute to the ISEAS Perspective and Fulcrum publications, and engage in regional academic discourse.

Whenever possible, fellows will also have the opportunity to meet Professor Wang Gungwu and become part of the Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows (WGWVF) network.

Research Focus Areas

Applicants are encouraged to align their research with the following priority themes:

• Impact of US-China relations on Southeast Asia
• Asia-Pacific security issues, including the South China Sea and China-ASEAN ties
• International economic cooperation, including RCEP and Belt & Road Initiative
• Influence of China’s rise on Southeast Asian societies
• The role of digital media and technology in regional geopolitics

Financial Coverage

This fully funded international research fellowship provides the following benefits:

• Round-trip economy airfare between home country and Singapore
• Fixed monthly stipend (includes housing subsidy)
• Access to office space, ISEAS library, computing facilities, and academic resources
• Opportunity to collaborate with ISEAS researchers and regional experts
• Optional cost-sharing support for specific cases

Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellowship, candidates must:

• Be of any nationality
• Be a mid-career policymaker or postdoctoral scholar
• Applicants without a PhD must show relevant policy or research experience
• Demonstrate interest in Southeast Asian regional issues, international politics, or economic development

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• Cover Letter
• Passport or official ID copy
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Academic Transcript
• Research Statement (3 pages, double-spaced) outlining:
  • Research area
  • Methodology
  • Timeline
  • Expected outcomes
  • Preferred fellowship dates at ISEAS
• Passport photo page

Note: Two recommendation letters should be sent directly by referees to ISEAS at the official email.

How to Apply

All application documents must be submitted via email to:
development@iseas.edu.sg
Subject line: [Your First Name and Last Name] – Application for ISEAS Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Program

Referees must email their recommendation letters separately using the subject line:
[Reference Letter for Your First Name and Last Name] – Application for ISEAS Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Program

Application Deadline

The last date to apply for the Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellowship in Singapore is 30 July.

Official Website

For full program details and updates, visit the official ISEAS website.