International Conference on Trade, Business, and Sustainability by HNLU, Raipur

Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur
Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU) is a prestigious legal education institution, celebrating its 21st year. With the motto “Dharma sansthapanartham” (for the establishment of the primacy of laws of eternal values), HNLU aims to provide advanced legal education while nurturing students’ sense of responsibility toward societal contributions.

School for Law & Technology / Centre for WTO & WIPO Studies
The School of Law and Technology (SLT) at HNLU is a research hub focusing on areas like intellectual property, privacy & data protection, cyber security, digital commerce, AI, and the impact of policy on trade and society. The Centre for WTO & WIPO Studies promotes research in international trade policies and intellectual property rights, with an emphasis on informed policymaking and global cooperation.

Asian Law Schools Association (ALSA)
ALSA, established in 2020, is a non-profit association of 28 founding Asian law schools. It aims to foster collaboration, uphold academic freedom, and support core values like the rule of law, diversity, fairness, and justice.

ALSA Chapter on Environment and Sustainability
The ALSA Chapter on Environment and Sustainability focuses on environmental law, climate change, energy law, and sustainability intersections with other legal areas like trade, investment law, and private law.

International Conference: Trade, Business, and Sustainability: Pathways to Inclusive and Resilient Growth

This conference aims to explore the intersection between trade and environmental goals like sustainability and climate change. The theme underscores trade’s pivotal role in achieving a green, resilient, and inclusive future. The conference will address the critical role of eco-regulations and the emergence of markets for environmental goods and services (EGS).

Sub-Themes Include:

Eco-Labelling and Market Access
Carbon Border Tax Adjustments (CBTAs) and Low-income Countries
Integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Metrics
Greening Trade: GVCs and Emissions
Trade and Inclusiveness: Green Financing and Climate Investments
Digital Solutions for Sustainability
Consumer Behaviour and Sustainable Demand
Decarbonising Global Transportation
Post-pandemic Economic Reconstruction and Sustainability
Economic Inclusiveness and the Environment

Conference Structure:

Module 1: Panel Discussions:
- Navigating the Green Trade Maze: Balancing Eco-Labels, CBTAs, and Market Access
- ESG Integration and Green Financing: Driving Sustainable Value Chains
Module 2: Paper Presentations in Technical Sessions

Eligibility:

Open to academicians, researchers, professionals, practitioners, and students in the field of law.

Key Dates:

Deadline for Abstract Submission: 20 May 2025
Intimation of Acceptance: 20 June 2025
Full Paper Submission & Registration Deadline: 15 July 2025
Conference Dates: 27-28 July 2025

Registration Fees:

Indian Participants:
- Academicians/Professionals: INR 1200
- Research Scholars and Students: INR 1000
Foreign Participants:
- Academicians/Professionals: USD 50
- Research Scholars and Students: USD 40

Note: Registration fees are waived for ALSA members and HNLU students, Ph.D. scholars, and faculty.

Submission Guidelines:

Abstract Format: 500 words, Times New Roman, Font Size 12, 1.5 Line Spacing, Justified.
Full Paper Format: Up to 10,000 words, MS Word format, Bluebook citation.
Co-authorship: Max two authors, with separate registration fees.
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