The Department of Political Science and International Relations (PIR) of Epoka University, will hold the "PIR convention: World diplomacy dialogue" on Wednesday, 8 April 2020, in Tirana, Albania.

It is the student-run international diplomacy convention. Each year, the leaders of today and the leaders of tomorrow come together in Tirana, Albania and join a cross-generational and cross-cultural discussion.

In this annually organized congress students from all over the world have the opportunity to exchange ideas, catch up with the latest developments, make new contacts as well as broaden their perspective in this unique experience.

It is gathering of bachelor and graduate students from all nationalities to discuss on relevant diplomacy topics.

PIR convention enables students to become the game changers of tomorrow.

It seeks to inspire students through the intense dialogue on how to make the world a better place through talks and panels.

It provides possibility for networking with other students and speakers. Improving diplomacy skills. Learning and experiencing new concepts to act successfully.

Eligibility: The PIR convention is open to all current bachelor and graduate students from all countries.

How to apply: Please submit your application where you include your student information and contact details to the contact person Ms.Tea Hodaj, E-mail: thodaj15@epoka.edu.al. 

Deadline for applications: 6 April 2020, Monday.

Travel and accommodation costs: The convention will not cover travel and accommodation costs of participants coming from outside Tirana and from outside Albania. On the day of convention, transport will be provided free of charge to and from Epoka University, with pick-up and drop-off from the center of Tirana

Certificates: All participants will receive certificates for their participation.

1:30 – 12:00 | Registration of the participants.

12:00 – 12:05 | Welcoming Words

12:05 – 12:20 | Opening Remarks

12:20 – 13:00| Session 1: Diplomacy in the 21st Century 

13:00 – 13:15| Coffee break

13:15 – 14:00 |Session 2: Diplomacy Strategy

14:00 – 14:45 |Session 3: Diplomacy in Practice

14:45 – 15:30 |Session 4:  EU Diplomacy

15:30 – 16:00 |Conclusion and certificates award ceremony