利用者:Pathmasiri Jayasena/sandbox

Pathmasiri Jayasena is a distinguished researcher and professor at Fukuoka Women’s University in Fukuoka City, Japan. Originally from Sri Lanka, he has resided in Japan since 2000. His academic interests primarily revolve around international cooperation and critical security studies. Here’s a brief overview of his background: • Education: o Bachelor’s degree in sociology with second-class upper division from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. o Master’s degree in International Politics from Hiroshima Shudo University. o Master’s degree in Peace Studies with merit pass from the University of Bradford, UK. o Doctorate (Ph.D.) from Hiroshima City University Graduate School of International Studies. • Career Highlights: o Special Research Fellow at Hiroshima City University Graduate School of International Studies. o Lecturer at Hiroshima Cosmopolitan University. o Associate Professor at Fukuoka Women’s University. o Instructor for the Fukuoka Women’s University WJC Program (English lectures). o Currently serving as a Professor in the International Liberal Arts Department at Fukuoka Women’s University. • Research Focus:  Security in the Indian Ocean Region  Geopolitics of Sri Lanka with a focus on India-China presence  Causes and Prevention of War Professor Jayasena’s research combines critical security studies with an emphasis on peaceful approaches to international security. He analyzes security issues in the Asian region, particularly South Asia, considering both traditional and non-traditional security challenges. His journey into international security was influenced by historical events such as the end of the Cold War and the Gulf War. Having personally experienced civil war and displacement, he developed a keen interest in understanding the structural dynamics behind global changes. In today’s era of rapid transformation, where globalization, sustainability, and human survival intersect, Professor Jayasena’s work aims to address various challenges related to peace and security. His research spans topics like ethnic conflict, peacebuilding, international cooperation, and foreign policy, with a specific focus on Sri Lanka and the broader Indian Ocean region. To students, he emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, broad knowledge, self-expression, multicultural curiosity, and building meaningful friendships during their university years. As we navigate this transformative period, innovative approaches beyond traditional security paradigms are essential for a sustainable and peaceful world. For more details, you can explore his profile on the Fukuoka Women’s University website.