Call for Papers: 2026 CAPS Annual Meeting & International Conference

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Theme: Rethinking Democracy: Continuity and Change in Modern Democratic Values and Practices

Submission Form: https://forms.gle/fpUgusTbp1GzggCu6

I. Conference Concept

Entering the third decade of the 21st century, democratic regimes worldwide are facing unprecedented challenges. As a benchmark of modern democratic practice, democracy has demonstrated resilience amidst political polarization, the rise of populism, and debates over electoral integrity, yet it has also exposed deep structural contradictions. The political evolution following the 2024 U.S. election has triggered global reflection on how the core connotations of “modern democratic values” continue or transform under contemporary technological and social shifts.

As protectionism and isolationism rise in the West, authoritarian camps are challenging traditional models with alternative governance styles. As a bastion of democracy in East Asia, Taiwan must not only monitor how foreign policies are affected by these shifts but also consider how emerging democracies can strengthen their “democratic defense” and governance efficiency.

This conference aims to convene international scholars to engage in dialogue on the reconstruction of democratic theory, digital citizenship, and the impact of geopolitical changes on democratic resilience.

II. Core Topics for Submission

We invite submissions on the following (but not limited to) topics:

  • Global Geopolitics and Governance Strategies in the “New and Old Cold War”
  • The Past, Present, and Future of Taiwan’s Democratic Governance
  • Crisis and Resilience in Constitutional Development
  • Energy, Climate, and Sustainable Political Development
  • Digital Governance and Government
  • Civil Society and Public Interests
  • Social Media, Political Communication, and Populism
  • Political Polarization and the Rise of Right-Wing Parties
  • Comparative Authoritarianism
  • Cross-Strait Relations and Mainland China Studies
  • Methodology in Social Sciences (AI, Machine Learning, Big Data)
  • Self-organized Panels

III. Important Dates

  • Abstract Submission Deadline: July 5, 2026 (Sun.)
  • Notification of Acceptance: July 24, 2026 (Fri.)
  • Registration Fee Payment Deadline: August 21, 2026 (Fri.)
  • Full Paper Submission Deadline: September 20, 2026 (Sun.)
  • Conference Dates: October 17–18, 2026

IV. Submission Guidelines

  1. Process: Please complete the Online Submission Form and upload your “Author Information and Abstract” (Word & PDF formats) by July 5, 2026.
  2. Full Paper Requirements: Papers should generally not exceed 20,000 words. Please follow the formatting style of the Chinese Political Science Review (Taipei).

V. Registration and Membership Fees

  • Individual Membership (Faculty): NT$1,500/year. Members enjoy waived registration fees and a one-year subscription to the Chinese Political Science Review.
  • Registration Fee (Non-members):
    • Faculty: NT$1,500
    • Students / Others: NT$750
  • Note: To be included in the official program and conference handbook, accepted presenters must complete payment by August 21, 2026. Payment is per paper; for co-authored works, only one author needs to pay.

VI. Payment Methods

  1. Online Payment: Visit the CAPS official website: capstaipei.org.tw.
  2. Bank Transfer:
    • Bank: Taipei Fubon Bank, Guting Branch
    • Account Name: Chinese Association of Political Science (中國政治學會)
    • Account Number: 8211000-0100047 (Bank Code: 012)
    • After transferring, please email a photo of the receipt to capstaipei28@gmail.com with your name and contact number.

VII. Contact Information

Chinese Association of Political Science (Taipei) Secretariat

  • Email: capstaipei28@gmail.com
  • Address: No. 1, Sec. 4, Roosevelt Rd., Da’an Dist., Taipei City 106319 (CAPS)

Sincerely,
Prof. Hong-Yi Lien
President, Chinese Association of Political Science (Taipei)
Professor, Department of Diplomacy, National Chengchi University