International Hybrid Concluded

Contemporary Issues in Emerging Markets Conference (CIEMC 2.0)

"Sustainable Business Practices for a Net-Zero Economy"
23 Apr – 25 Apr 2026  · 3 Days
Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya Uruvela, Prabandh Vihar Bodh Gaya – 824234, Gaya, Bihar, India / Hybrid
Paper Deadline: 15 Mar 2026
3 DaysDuration
4+Expert Speakers
57Research Tracks
GlobalParticipation
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About the Conference

Furthering the success of the first International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Emerging Market Economies (2022), IIM Bodh Gaya is excited to bring its second edition in collaboration with the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN). Emerging market economies are drivers of global growth, but face challenges such as financial volatility, structural inequalities, and climate risks. Achieving sustainable and stable growth amid these complexities requires rethinking policies, institutions, and economic strategies. This international conference, themed "Reimagining Emerging Market Economies: Growth with Stability," brings together scholars, policymakers, and industry experts to explore innovative solutions for balancing economic expansion with long-term stability. Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and research presentations, the conference will address critical issues like macroeconomic policies, financial innovation, sustainability, and socio-economic development, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on emerging market dynamics. Join us in this intellectual endeavor to shape the future of emerging economies, ensuring inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth in an evolving global order.

3Days
57Research Tracks
4+Expert Speakers
GlobalParticipation
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Date23 Apr 2026 – 25 Apr 2026
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VenueIndian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya Uruvela, Prabandh Vihar Bodh Gaya – 824234, Gaya, Bihar, India / Hybrid
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ModeHybrid
Paper Deadline 15 Mar 2026 (Closed)
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Conference TypeInternational Conference
Conference Theme
"Sustainable Business Practices for a Net-Zero Economy"
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Call for Papers

Invitation to Submit

Furthering the success of the first International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Emerging Market Economies (2022), IIM Bodh Gaya is excited to bring its second edition in collaboration with the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN). Emerging market economies are drivers of global growth, but face challenges such as financial volatility, structural inequalities, and climate risks. Achieving sustainable and stable growth amid these complexities requires rethinking policies, institutions, and economic strategies. This international conference, themed "Reimagining Emerging Market Economies: Growth with Stability," brings together scholars, policymakers, and industry experts to explore innovative solutions for balancing economic expansion with long-term stability. Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and research presentations, the conference will address critical issues like macroeconomic policies, financial innovation, sustainability, and socio-economic development, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on emerging market dynamics. Join us in this intellectual endeavor to shape the future of emerging economies, ensuring inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth in an evolving global order.

Research Tracks / Sub-Themes
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The central theme of this conference is “Reimagining Emerging Market Economies: Stable Growth with Sustainability.”
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The following are the tracks:
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Track 1: Macroeconomic Stability and Growth Strategies
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Fiscal and Monetary Policies for Sustainable Growth
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Inflation Control and Exchange Rate Management
06
Debt Sustainability and Financial Stability
07
Role of Central Banks in Crisis Management
08
Track 2: Transformation of the World Economy – A Sustainable Path
09
Green Transformation and Global Economic Restructuring
10
Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy and Climate Policy
11
Circular Economy Models and Resource Efficiency
12
Digitalization, Innovation, and Sustainable Development
13
Global Trade, Inequality, and Inclusive Growth
14
Track 3: Trade, Investment, and Global Integration
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Emerging Market Trade Policies and WTO Reforms
16
Foreign Direct Investment and Domestic Industries
17
Global Value Chains and Resilient Supply Chains
18
Regional Trade Agreements and Bilateral Negotiations
19
Foreign Aid and Assistance for Sustainable Development
20
Track 4: Digital Transformation and Financial Innovation
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Fintech, Digital Payments, and Financial Inclusion
22
Cryptocurrencies, CBDCs, and Emerging Regulatory Challenges
23
AI, Big Data, and Digital Governance in Emerging Economies
24
E-Commerce, Startups, and Entrepreneurship Ecosystems
25
Track 5: Technology and Sustainable Development
26
Green Technologies and Renewable Energy
27
AI and Digital Solutions for Sustainability
28
Agricultural innovations and productivity
29
Technology for Climate Adaptation and Resilience
30
Track 6: Labor Markets, Inequality, and Social Development
31
Future of Work, Automation, and Skill Development
32
Income Inequality, Social Protection, and Inclusive Growth
33
Migration, Demographics, and Human Capital
34
Gender Equity and Economic Participation
35
Diversity and inclusion
36
Track 7: Geopolitics and economic policies
37
Geopolitics and energy market dynamics
38
Defense and Peace Economics
39
Economic Sanctions
40
Shifts in Global Economic Leadership
41
Track 8: Tourism and Transport
42
Eco-tourism
43
Tourism and local economy development
44
Decarbonizing transportation
45
Choice behavior of tourism destination and travel mode
46
Track 9: Management and Interdisciplinary Studies in Economics
47
Green HRM and Economic Growth
48
Responsible Consumption and Sustainable Economy
49
ESG and Economic Growth
50
Sustainable Finance and Economic Growth
51
Business Strategy and Environment
52
Track 10: Demographic Development and Economic Growth
53
Demographic Transition and Growth Dynamics
54
Demographic Dividend and Labor Market Opportunities
55
Ageing Populations and Economic Sustainability
56
Human Capital Formation and Skill Development
57
Gender, Employment, and Inclusive Growth
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Conference Tracks

57 Research Tracks
01
The central theme of this conference is “Reimagining Emerging Market Economies: Stable Growth with Sustainability.”
02
The following are the tracks:
03
Track 1: Macroeconomic Stability and Growth Strategies
04
Fiscal and Monetary Policies for Sustainable Growth
05
Inflation Control and Exchange Rate Management
06
Debt Sustainability and Financial Stability
07
Role of Central Banks in Crisis Management
08
Track 2: Transformation of the World Economy – A Sustainable Path
09
Green Transformation and Global Economic Restructuring
10
Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy and Climate Policy
11
Circular Economy Models and Resource Efficiency
12
Digitalization, Innovation, and Sustainable Development
13
Global Trade, Inequality, and Inclusive Growth
14
Track 3: Trade, Investment, and Global Integration
15
Emerging Market Trade Policies and WTO Reforms
16
Foreign Direct Investment and Domestic Industries
17
Global Value Chains and Resilient Supply Chains
18
Regional Trade Agreements and Bilateral Negotiations
19
Foreign Aid and Assistance for Sustainable Development
20
Track 4: Digital Transformation and Financial Innovation
21
Fintech, Digital Payments, and Financial Inclusion
22
Cryptocurrencies, CBDCs, and Emerging Regulatory Challenges
23
AI, Big Data, and Digital Governance in Emerging Economies
24
E-Commerce, Startups, and Entrepreneurship Ecosystems
25
Track 5: Technology and Sustainable Development
26
Green Technologies and Renewable Energy
27
AI and Digital Solutions for Sustainability
28
Agricultural innovations and productivity
29
Technology for Climate Adaptation and Resilience
30
Track 6: Labor Markets, Inequality, and Social Development
31
Future of Work, Automation, and Skill Development
32
Income Inequality, Social Protection, and Inclusive Growth
33
Migration, Demographics, and Human Capital
34
Gender Equity and Economic Participation
35
Diversity and inclusion
36
Track 7: Geopolitics and economic policies
37
Geopolitics and energy market dynamics
38
Defense and Peace Economics
39
Economic Sanctions
40
Shifts in Global Economic Leadership
41
Track 8: Tourism and Transport
42
Eco-tourism
43
Tourism and local economy development
44
Decarbonizing transportation
45
Choice behavior of tourism destination and travel mode
46
Track 9: Management and Interdisciplinary Studies in Economics
47
Green HRM and Economic Growth
48
Responsible Consumption and Sustainable Economy
49
ESG and Economic Growth
50
Sustainable Finance and Economic Growth
51
Business Strategy and Environment
52
Track 10: Demographic Development and Economic Growth
53
Demographic Transition and Growth Dynamics
54
Demographic Dividend and Labor Market Opportunities
55
Ageing Populations and Economic Sustainability
56
Human Capital Formation and Skill Development
57
Gender, Employment, and Inclusive Growth
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Keynote Speakers

Svetlana V. Ratner
Svetlana V. Ratner
Senior Professor of Economics, Economic and Mathematical Modeling Department, Economic Faculty
RUDN University
Svetlana V. Ratner serves as Chief Researcher at the Laboratory of Economic Dynamics and Innovation Management, Institute of Control Sciences, Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow. She holds advanced degrees, including Doctor of Economic Sciences and Candidate of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, reflecting her interdisciplinary expertise. As an Assistant Professor, she contributes to academic discourse in economic modeling and innovation processes. Her work bridges economics and mathematics, advancing research in dynamic systems and management strategies.
Abhishek Saurav
Abhishek Saurav
Senior Economist
Global Investment Climate Unit of the World Bank Group's Finance, Competitiveness & Innovation Global Practice.
Abhishek Saurav is a Senior Economist in the Global Investment Climate Unit of the World Bank Group's Finance, Competitiveness & Innovation Global Practice, focusing on investment climate in developing countries. An Indian national, he leads policy research on foreign direct investment (FDI) and initiatives aimed at boosting competitiveness and sustainable private sector growth. He holds a doctorate in Public Policy and Public Administration from George Washington University, a masteru2019s in public policy from George Mason University, and a bacheloru2019s in information technology from the University of Delhi. His notable work includes the Global Investment Competitiveness Survey 2021 on the u201cFuture of FDIu201d and studies on FDI's impact on jobs and environmental sustainability.
Bruno S. Sergi
Bruno S. Sergi
Professor
University of Messina
Bruno S. Sergi is a Full Professor of Political Economy at the University of Messina, Italy, and has been teaching at the Harvard Extension School since 2011, having previously taught at the Harvard Summer School. He holds a PhD in economics from the University of Greenwich Business School, London, and serves as a Faculty Affiliate at the Harvard Kennedy School's Center for International Development. His research centers on the economics of emerging markets, emphasizing growth, sustainable development, entrepreneurship, and the Bruxelles Consensus he originated. Sergi is a prolific editor and founder of journals like the International Journal of Trade and Global Markets, and co-directs the Lab for Entrepreneurship and Development (LEAD) in Cambridge.
Sabri Boubaker
Sabri Boubaker
Professor
Ecole de Management de Normandie, France
Sabri Boubaker is a Professor in Finance and serves as Vice President for Academic Affairs and Research (Dean) at EM Normandie Business School since 2019. He earned a PhD in Finance from Universitu00e9 de Paris-Est in 2006 and an HDR (Habilitation u00e0 Diriger des Recherches) in 2010. His research primarily explores ownership structures and control mechanisms in listed companies, with over 80 publications in leading international journals. Boubaker co-founded the Paris Financial Management Conference in 2013 and the Vietnam Symposium in Banking and Finance in 2016, and he is President of the International Society for the Advancement of Financial Economics (ISAFE).
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Registration Fees

Faculty / Industry Professionals Conference Only 6,000 INR + GST $100 + GST
Pre-Conference Workshop Only 3,000 INR + GST $50 + GST
Both Conference & Workshop 8,000 INR + GST $150 + GST
Research Scholars Conference Only 3,000 INR + GST $50 + GST
Pre-Conference Workshop Only 2,000 INR + GST $50 + GST
Both Conference & Workshop 4,000 INR + GST $50 + GST
Students (UG/PG) Conference Only 1,000 INR + GST $50 + GST
Both Conference & Workshop 1,000 INR + GST $50 + GST
*Early bird registration closes on 15 April 2026
*Late submissions will attract an additional charge of 2000 INR for National Participants and 50 USD for International Participants.
*GST is applicable as per government norms.
* Limited accommodation will be available for the participants basis of a first-come, first-served basis.
*For online presentations, the fee shall remain the same.

* Fees include conference kit, meals and access to all sessions. Accommodation available on request.

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Important Dates

Abstract / Paper Submission Deadline 15 Mar 2026 Closed
Conference Start Date23 Apr 2026
Conference End Date25 Apr 2026
Submission starts15 November, 2025
Last date for submission15 March, 2026
Date of acceptance of the paper20 March, 2026
Registration window21 March -15 April, 2026
Pre-conference workshop23 April, 2026
Conference presentations24-25 April, 2026
Duration3 Days
ModeHybrid
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Organizing Committee

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Conference Schedule

Day 1
09
00 AM : Inauguration Ceremony & Welcome Address
10
30 AM : Keynote Address — Session I
12
00 PM : Paper Presentation — Track A & B (Parallel)
02
00 PM : Panel Discussion: Industry Perspectives
Day 2
09
30 AM : Keynote Address — Session II
11
00 AM : Paper Presentation — Track C & D (Parallel)
02
30 PM : Best Paper Award & Valedictory Ceremony
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Paper Submission Guidelines

Types of Submissions Accepted

  • Extended abstracts
  • Research papers
  • Review papers
  • Empirical papers
  • Working papers
  • Case studies

Abstract (200–250 words)

  • Structured format: Purpose, Design/Methodology/Approach, Findings, Implications/ Originality/Value.

Extended Abstract (400–1000 words)

  • Expanded structured format: Purpose, Design/Methodology/Approach, Findings, Research Limitations/Implications, Practical Implications, Originality/Value.

Submission Format

Paper Structure Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Literature Review, Theoretical Framework, Methodology, Findings, Implications, Conclusion, References, Appendices
Font Times New Roman, 12-point
Reference Style APA
Paragraph Spacing Single
Margin Normal
Layout Single Column, Portrait
Page Numbers Bottom Centered
File Format PDF file

Guidelines

All submissions will be collected through Google Forms. Follow the link below to upload your file. Submit Your Work Here: https://forms.gle/CBnDxtCFYwwLtMDs7

The submission form is straightforward and will guide you through the required steps, including selecting your track or sub-track.

File Naming Convention: Name your file as: Track No_Sub-track No_Last Name of Author.pdf. For example, if a submission is to be made for "Track 1: Sustainable Finance for Flourishing Future" under sub-track "3. Innovative Sustainable Financing Instruments", by an author whose last name is Kakani, then the file has to be named "1_3_Kakani.pdf"

All communication will be done with the corresponding author only. The e-mail address provided at the time of submission should also be used for Conference Registration. There will be no options to revise the paper after the submission deadline.

A single author may make up to three submissions across tracks. Also, a single paper cannot be submitted across multiple tracks, even if it may be relevant for different tracks. The author should select the best fit in such a scenario and submit it to the corresponding track. The submissions must be original. All submissions are subjected to double-blind peer review and are expected to meet standards of academic excellence. Identities of peer reviewers shall remain anonymous to the authors. Feedback on submissions shall be provided to the author(s) after the reviews are concluded.

If accepted, all the details provided by the corresponding author at the time of submission will appear exactly the same as they were submitted in the Conference Programme and Proceedings. Therefore, please ensure all the details (paper title, author names, etc.) are correctly mentioned. The corresponding author must ensure that all co-author(s) have given consent to submit the paper. Further, at least one author is required to register for the conference and present the accepted paper. Only the accepted papers that satisfy the criteria will be included in the conference’s proceedings/book of abstracts.

Please contact us for any further information or clarification at ciemc2@iimbg.ac.in

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Publication Opportunities

Accepted and registered abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings with leading academic publishers. Selected full-length papers may be considered for publication in the journals below. The conference has established collaborations with these journals and is exploring additional partnerships, including the possibility of an edited volume. The list of publication opportunities will be updated as new agreements are finalized

    • Asia-Pacific Financial Markets (ABDC, Scopus)
    • Economic Change and Restructuring (ABDC, Scopus)
    • Journal of Economic and Administrative Sciences (ABDC, Scopus)
    • IIMBG Journal of Sustainable Business and Innovation
    • International Journal of Trade and Global Markets (ABDC, Scopus)
    • International Journal of Economic Policy in Emerging Economies (ABDC, Scopus)
    • International Journal of Monetary Economics and Finance (ABDC, Scopus)
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Registration Information

  • Register online via the official conference portal (link in the header).
  • Participants must register separately for the main conference and any pre-conference workshops.
  • Confirmation sent to the registered email address within 48 hours of successful payment.
  • At least one author of an accepted paper must register for the paper to appear in proceedings.
  • Group discounts available for 3+ registrations from the same institution — contact us for details.
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Hotels & Accommodation — Bodh Gaya

Bodh Gaya offers a range of accommodation options near the IIM campus. The following hotels are recommended for conference delegates:

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Hotel Bodh Vihari
Moderate · Near Mahabodhi Temple · ~3 km from campus
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Hotel Sujata
Budget-friendly · Close to IIM Bodh Gaya · Walking distance
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Royal Residency
Mid-range · Gaya Road · ~5 km · Includes breakfast
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Lotus Nikko Hotel
Premium · 24×7 services · Restaurant & conference facilities

For campus accommodation enquiries: ciemc2@iimbg.ac.in

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Book of Abstracts

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Book of Abstracts

The Book of Abstracts will be uploaded here shortly.

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Contact & Venue

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VenueIndian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya Uruvela, Prabandh Vihar Bodh Gaya – 824234, Gaya, Bihar, India / Hybrid Map →
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