Burulkan PALA

Dr. Lecturer Burulkan PALA is a faculty member at the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Ahi Evran University, Turkey, specializing in International Relations and European Studies. Holding a PhD and Master's degree in International Relations from Ankara University (2005-2019 and 2001-2004 respectively), he also earned a Bachelor's degree from International University of Kyrgyzstan (1996-2000).

• PhD: International Relations, Ankara University, Turkey (2005-2019)
• Master's: International Relations (Thesis), Ankara University, Turkey (2001-2004)
• Bachelor's: International University of Kyrgyzstan (1996-2000)

Burulkan PALA's research focuses on European and Regional Studies, with particular emphasis on Central Asia, European Union dynamics, and international security. His work explores the intersection of regional organizations, connectivity frameworks, and democratization processes.

His publications since 2009 examine topics like EU-Kyrgyzstan relations, CSTO inefficiencies in Central Asia, and comparative analyses of China-EU connectivity initiatives. Notable collaborations include co-authorships with Nur Çetin (2024) and Saltanat Kydyralieva (2018).

Current teaching responsibilities include courses on European Law, Current International Issues, and Turkey-EU Relations at both undergraduate and graduate levels. His scholarly output aligns with global trends in regionalism studies, great power competition, and post-Soviet governance challenges.

Professional Experience:

• 2023-: Lecturer, Department of International Relations, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Ahi Evran University, Turkey
• 2023-: Head of Department, Ahi Evran University, Turkey