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Academic Advisory Council

Explore the Academic Advisory Council page, where ERIA proudly presents its distinguished group of experts in various academic disciplines.

Academic Advisory Council

Committed to advancing research and policy recommendations, the Academic Advisory Council plays a vital role in providing valuable insights and guidance to ERIA's initiatives. Consisting of renowned scholars and researchers from East Asia Summit countries, the Council contributes to the development of evidence-based policies that promote sustainable economic growth and integration in the region. 

The Council also plays a crucial role in providing valuable advice and support to the Office of the President, including:

  • Offering guidance on the annual work program plan
  • Conducting thorough reviews and evaluations of research outcomes
  • Assessing and evaluating the performance of researchers

Through their expertise and insights, the Council contributes significantly to shaping ERIA's strategic decisions, ensuring the highest quality standards in research and fostering continuous improvement.

Prof Dr Peter Drysdale Emeritus Professor Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University
Mr Pravin Kumar Agarwal Director of The Energy and Resource Institute, India
Prof Kyoji Fukao President of The Institute of Developing Economies (IDE) JETRO, Japan
Dr Shankaran Nambiar Senior Research Fellow and Head, Policy Studies Division, Malaysian Institute of Economic Research, Malaysia
Dr Hank Lim Giok-Hay (Chairman) Senior Research Fellow of SIIA, Singapore
Prof Gary Richard Hawke Emeritus Professor, Victoria University of Wellington, and Senior Fellow, NZ Institute of Economic Research, New Zealand
Prof Zhang Yuyan Director, Professor, Institute of World Economics & Politics, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), China