BINUS University as a Neutral Platform for Dialogue on Political and Public Policy Issues

BINUS University provides platforms for stakeholders from different sectors to discuss political, diplomatic, security, and public policy issues. Through academic conferences, policy discussions, and collaborative workshops, BINUS brings together government representatives, academics, civil society organizations, researchers, and practitioners to share ideas and discuss common challenges.

These activities provide opportunities for stakeholders to exchange knowledge, understand different perspectives, and discuss possible responses to national and international issues.

  1. BIRFEST 2025: Discussing Diplomacy, Humanitarian Issues, and Regional Security

The BINUS International Relations Festival (BIRFEST) 2025 provided a forum for discussing current issues in international relations and diplomacy. The event featured discussions on migration, humanitarian issues, and Indo-Pacific defence and security.

The sessions involved speakers from government institutions, academia, civil society, and the defence and security research community. The discussions addressed challenges such as migrant worker protection, humanitarian concerns, regional security, and international relations.

The event also included discussions and audience questions, allowing participants to engage with the speakers and explore different perspectives on these issues. By bringing together stakeholders from different backgrounds, BIRFEST provided an opportunity to discuss public policy and international challenges in an academic setting.

Through this event, BINUS University supported the exchange of ideas between government representatives, academics, and other stakeholders on issues affecting society and international relations.

  1. CBDS–ASPI Workshop: Persuasive Technologies and National Resilience

On 13 February 2025, the Centre for Business and Diplomatic Studies (CBDS) at BINUS University collaborated with the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) to organize an interactive workshop on Persuasive Technologies and National Resilience.

The workshop involved participants from Indonesian government agencies, academia, and civil society organizations. It explored how persuasive technologies affect cybersecurity, national resilience, critical infrastructure, and public policy.

Through presentations and discussions, participants examined the use of persuasive technologies in foreign policy and defence, as well as their implications for Indonesia. The involvement of different sectors provided opportunities to share knowledge and discuss the challenges of managing emerging technologies.

The workshop demonstrated how BINUS University, through CBDS, works with an international policy institute to bring together different perspectives on security and governance issues. It also provided a setting for government, academic, and civil society representatives to discuss challenges that require cooperation across sectors.

  1. ICOBIRD 2025: Discussing Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Challenges

BINUS University hosted the International Conference on Business, International Relations, and Diplomacy (ICOBIRD) 2025 under the theme “Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Risks: Strategies for Sustainability in an Uncertain World.”

The conference addressed global challenges related to geopolitical rivalry, economic competition, international security, environmental issues, and global governance. Its programme included panel discussions and academic sessions that explored how these challenges affect international relations and sustainability.

The conference brought together academic and professional perspectives on current global issues. Its agenda included a special panel discussion featuring representatives from academia and government, providing opportunities to discuss geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges.

In their official remarks, BINUS University leaders emphasized the importance of bringing together scholars, policymakers, industry experts, and practitioners. They encouraged participants to share ideas, examine different perspectives, challenge assumptions, and develop policy ideas through discussion and collaboration.

These messages reflect BINUS University’s intention to provide a platform where participants from different professional backgrounds can discuss complex international issues and consider possible responses.

Through ICOBIRD, BINUS University supports dialogue on political and public policy challenges and encourages cooperation between academic and professional communities.

BINUS University’s Role in Supporting Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue

BIRFEST 2025, the CBDS–ASPI workshop, and ICOBIRD 2025 show how BINUS University provides opportunities for stakeholders to discuss political, diplomatic, security, and public policy issues.

The activities involve different groups, including government representatives, academics, civil society organizations, researchers, and practitioners. Each forum focuses on different challenges, but all provide opportunities to exchange ideas and discuss issues that affect society and international relations.

Through these initiatives, BINUS University contributes to dialogue between different sectors and supports a better understanding of complex national and global challenges. These activities demonstrate the university’s role in providing a platform for discussion, knowledge sharing, and collaboration on public policy issues.