International Conference on 'Empirical & Applied Law and Economics of Governance and Inclusive Public Policy'

The 9th International Conference on Law and Economics, titled "Empirical & Applied Law and Economics of Governance and Inclusive Public Policy," is organized by the Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) in collaboration with its Centre for Law and Economics, Centre for Empirical & Applied Research in Law & Interdisciplinary Studies, and Centre for Disability Studies. The event is scheduled to take place from January 16 to 18, 2026, at the GNLU campus in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India.

The conference aims to explore the intersection of law and economics, focusing on governance and inclusive public policy. Key topics include democratic backsliding, global economic disruptions, corporate governance, taxation, and the influence of artificial intelligence on legal systems. Discussions will also address structural issues such as inflation, unemployment, judicial accountability, competition in digital markets, insolvency frameworks, and the ethical and regulatory implications of artificial intelligence in the Indian context.

The event will feature expert plenary addresses, thematic panel discussions, and parallel technical sessions, fostering rigorous academic exchange on emerging legal and economic challenges shaping trade and public policy. Notable speakers include Prof. (Dr.) Stefan Voigt, who will deliver a keynote address on the long-term effects of values and norms on development, highlighting the enduring influence of historically embedded social norms on economic outcomes and institutional performance.

This conference is ideal for academicians, policymakers, jurists, practitioners, and industry experts interested in the interdisciplinary study of law and economics. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in sustained deliberations on contemporary challenges, network with distinguished scholars and professionals, and contribute to evidence-based approaches to legal and institutional reform.