Best Eurasian Book Award 2026

Books that examine Eurasian international relations, geopolitics, security issues, economic corridors, transportation infrastructure, and high-technology developments are eligible for nomination for the “Best Eurasian Book” Award.

Eligibility

Nominations may only be submitted by Global Partners of the Eurasian Continent Research Association (ERCA).
Nominees must also be Global Partners of ERCA.
For the 2026 award cycle, books published between August 2024 and July 2026 are eligible.

Nomination Process

• An ERCA member may nominate a book authored by another ERCA member.
• The nomination must include a clear justification explaining why the book deserves to receive the award.
• Nominations must be submitted via email to the Award Committee Chair, Mher D. Sahakyan, by August 30, 2026.
• Following the nomination, three hard copies of the book must be sent to Yerevan, Armenia. To obtain the mailing address, please contact: info@chinastan.org .

Prize

The winner will be announced at the Annual Eurasian Research on Modern China and Eurasia Conference. The recipient will receive:

• A Certificate of Honour for the “Best Eurasian Book” Award, and
• One publication from the ERCA research team.