Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huy Hoang is the Director General at the Institute for Southeast Asian Studies - Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences. He has been conducting various researches jointly and individually in development studies, political economics, contemporary political and security issues in Southeast Asia, regional integration and international relations of Southeast Asia and ASEAN. His current research interests include contemporary issues in Southeast Asia, development studies, regional and international relations, and politics as well. His contact email: hoangnh.iseas@gmail.com.