Call for Papers
XKDR Forum invites submissions for its upcoming conference on “Cross Border Flows for India’s Climate Transition”. This conference aims to bring together a community of experts to think about the empirical, institutional, and legal knowledge base that informs the case for a more open and resilient capital account. It proceeds from the view that climate finance is, at its core, a finance problem: progress on mobilising climate capital depends on the same reforms needed for broader financial market development. Submissions are encouraged that advance theoretical, empirical, legal, or policy-oriented debates. Interdisciplinary approaches and comparative perspectives are particularly welcome.
Themes and Topics
The conference will focus on, but is not limited to, the following themes:
● Cost of Capital for Indian Firms
● Cross Border Capital Flows
● Hedging Risk Management Instruments
● Market Development
● FEMA, RBI/SEBI Regulations, FATF, PMLA
● Trade Flows
● ESG
● Taxation
Submissions beyond these themes that align with the overall scope of the conference will also be
considered.
Submission Guidelines
● Abstracts:
○ 300–500 words
○ Should clearly state the research question, methodology, and expected key findings/arguments.
● Full Papers (if available):
○ No word limit.
● Format:
○ File format - PDF
○ Suggested citation style—Chicago
○ Include author name(s), affiliation(s), and contact details in a separate cover page
● Submission Portal:
○ https://forms.gle/iPBmDBcCiidQXdQG6
Review Process
All submissions will undergo a peer review process. Selection will be based on originality, rigor, and relevance to the conference themes.
Funding
Paper presenters and discussants will be provided with travel support.
Important Dates
● Abstract submission deadline: 15 May, 2026
● Notification of acceptance: 31 May, 2026
● Full paper & presentation slides submission: 15 June, 2026
● Conference dates: 3-5 July, 2026
Contact
For queries, please contact:
● outreach@xkdr.org
● xkdr.org
