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Di Dongsheng went to Suzhou Campus to investigate the construction of regional national research talent team
On the afternoon of September 8th, the Regional National Research Institute of Renmin University of China and the Suzhou Campus of Renmin University of China jointly held a symposium on the construction of French and French-speaking researchers. Renmin university of China, vice President of the school of international relations, regional national institute preparation team leader dong-sheng zhai, professor, law school, director of the French research Feng Shounong, and vice President of the international college Xu Xingmei attended the meeting, the meeting by the Suzhou campus management committee and deputy director of international school, dean xiao-hu wang. At the beginning of the conference, Mr.Zhai Dongsheng elaborated on the background and development of regional national studies, and deeply interpreted the core concepts, theoretical framework, research methods and knowledge pedigree of this emerging interdisciplinary discipline. Subsequently, he systematically introduced the construction ideas and educational concepts of Renmin University of China from six aspects, including work foundation, project characteristics, training objectives, key measures, training mechanism and policy needs. At the symposium, Mr.Zhai Dongsheng emphasized the importance of French and French language research teams in regional and national disciplines, and encouraged French teachers in Suzhou Campus to actively participate in
The seminar on “Changes in the Middle East and the Middle East Practice of Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy” was successfully held
On Saturday, August 12,2023, the symposium on “The Middle East Changes and the Middle East Practice of Xi Jinping’s Diplomatic Thought” was held in Beijing. This seminar by the renmin university of China xi diplomatic thought research center and renmin university of China regional country institute, from renmin university of China, China institute of modern international relations, the China institute of international issues, and industry experts and scholars gathered, around the recent change in the situation in the Middle East, the future development of regional pattern and xi diplomatic thought in the Middle East practice theme wonderful speech discussion. Professor Zhai Dongsheng, Vice President of the School of International Relations, Renmin University of China, and President of the Institute of Regional and Country Studies, delivered a speech first. Professor Zhai Dongsheng extended a warm welcome to all the participating experts and introduced the goals and themes of the conference. Professor Zhai Dongsheng pointed out that in recent years, China’s diplomacy in the Middle East has made rich achievements, which has not only promoted regional peace and stability, but also had a good impact on the global geopolitical and economic situation. The world today is
The 10th Anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative: Achievements and Future “International Academic Forum was held at Renmin University of China
Recently, the “Belt and Road 10th Anniversary: Achievements and Future” international Academic Forum was held at Renmin University of China, where more than 150 Chinese and foreign politicians, university presidents, experts and scholars from 13 countries and 68 institutions gathered to discuss the achievements and future of the “Belt and Road”. Zhang Donggang, Secretary of the Party Committee of Renmin University of China, Sun Zhuangzhi, Director of the Institute of Russian East European and Central Asian Studies of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, Sergei Glaziev, Director of the Department of Integration and Macroeconomics of the Eurasian Economic Commission and former Economic Adviser to the President of Russia, and Ayiguli Abdelayeva, President of Kyrgyzstan State University, attended and addressed the opening ceremony. Zheng Shuiquan, deputy Party secretary of Renmin University of China, presided over the opening ceremony. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the “the Belt and Road” initiative and a new starting point for Chinese path to modernization to embark on a new journey. Over the past decade, the “the Belt and Road Initiative” has been transformed from a Chinese initiative to an international practice, from concept to action, from vision to reality, and has become a popular
The first South Asia Academic Salon of the Regional National Institutes was successfully held
On October 12, “South Asian Studies from the Interdisciplinary Perspective” – the first academic salon on South Asian Studies at the Regional and National Research Institute of Renmin University of China was successfully held. This salon is not only an internal exchange of teachers related to South Asia studies in Renmin University of China, but also a collective appearance of some South Asia teaching and research forces in the university. The Salon fully reflects the interdisciplinary characteristics of regional and country studies, and adopts the “2+2+2” model in combination with the advantages of Renmin University itself. Two teachers from the School of International Relations, the School of History and the School of Philosophy each participated in the salon. The academic salon was hosted by Professor Wang Zhaodong, lecturer of the School of International Relations. Professor Ji Xianbai, associate professor of the School of International Relations and deputy leader of the Preparatory group of the Regional National Research Institute, first made a guiding speech for the academic salon. Mr. Ji warmly welcomed the speakers and the participating teachers and students inside and outside the university, and focused on the long history and outstanding achievements of Renmin University’s regional and country studies,
The first sub-forum of the China-Eu Civilisations Forum “China-Eu People-to-people Exchanges in the Post-COVID-19 Era” was held
As one of the three pillars of China-Eu relations, people-to-people and cultural exchanges play an important role in promoting political mutual trust and economic and trade exchanges. Effective interaction in such areas as education, culture, science and technology, youth and women is not only a physical vehicle for the dialogue between Chinese and European civilizations, but also an effective way to enhance mutual understanding and recognition between our peoples and promote the overall and all-round development of China-Eu and China-France relations. China has established high-level people-to-people exchange mechanisms with the EU, France, the UK and Germany, and promoted people-to-people exchanges between China and European countries through various forms of people-to-people exchanges and various channels. As one of the research bases for China-Europe people-to-people exchanges under the supervision of the Department of International Affairs of the Ministry of Education, the Center for China-Eu People-To-People Exchanges at Renmin University of China has long been committed to the research of China-Eu high-level people-to-people exchanges, providing administrative advice and academic support for the establishment of mechanisms, the promotion of policies and the preparation of related activities. On September 21, the first sub-forum of the China-Eu Civilisations Forum “China-Eu People-To-People Exchanges in the Post-COVID-19 Era”
Zhai Dongsheng, head of the Regional National Research Institute, was invited to meet with UAE Ambassador to China Hamadi
On the morning of October 19, 2023, Professor Zhai Dongsheng, Vice Dean of the School of International Relations of Renmin University of China and head of the Institute of Regional Studies, and his delegation were invited to the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in China and held talks with H.E. Hussain bin Ibrahim Al Hammadi, UAE Ambassador to China. Ambassador Hamadi warmly welcomed the visit of Professor Zhai Dongsheng and his delegation. Professor Zhai Dongsheng then briefed Ambassador Hammadi on the history of Renmin University of China and detailed the progress made by the School of International Relations and the Institute of Regional and National Studies in the fields of talent training, scientific research achievements and international exchanges. He said he looks forward to conducting in-depth scientific research cooperation and cross-cultural exchanges with think tanks and higher education institutions in the UAE to contribute to the construction of a community with a shared future for mankind. Ambassador Hammadi spoke highly of RUC’s glorious history and achievements in recent years, and expressed his hope that more outstanding students from the UAE could come to RUC to study. He also introduced the popularity of Chinese language teaching in the UAE, saying
The Department of Border and Ocean Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs visited the regional National Research Institute and held a discussion
On the afternoon of October 19, leaders of the Department of Border and Ocean Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs gave an internal lecture on the recent development of China-India relations in Conference Room 813 of the Mingde International Building, which was organized by the South Asia Studies Program of the Institute of Regional Studies of Renmin University of China. Prof. Wang Junqi from the School of Philosophy of Renmin University, Prof. Liu Lina and Prof. Wang Zhaodong from the School of International Relations, Prof. Wu Lin from the Foreign Affairs University, Prof. Xu Qin and Prof. Ding Xinting from the Institute of Modern International Relations attended the lecture and conducted internal exchanges.
Harvard Professor Joseph Nye visits School of International Studies, Renmin University of China
On the morning of October 24, 2023, Professor Joseph Nye Jr., Distinguished Contribution Professor of Harvard University and former dean of the Kennedy School of Government, was invited to visit the School of International Relations of Renmin University of China to have a two-hour exchange and discussion with teachers and students of Renmin University of China on China-Us relations. More than 20 teachers and experts from the School of International Relations, Renmin University of China, Hillhouse Artificial Intelligence School, Law School, Marxism School, World Knowledge Publishing House, as well as students of related majors and international students participated in the exchange and discussion. Li Chen, vice president of the School of International Relations, moderated the discussion. Dean Yang Guangbin made an opening speech and welcomed Professor Nye and all the teachers and students. Dean Yang Guangbin pointed out that Professor Nye’s theoretical research and classic works have a great impact on teachers and students in the field of international relations, introduced the theoretical innovation and research progress of the school, and stressed the need for exchanges with top international scholars in the process of discipline construction and talent training, so he is very much looking forward to the upcoming wonderful
The seminar on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict and the New Eurasian International Order was successfully held
10月21日，中国人民大学“俄乌冲突与欧亚国际新秩序”学术研讨会在明德国际楼408会议室成功举办。本次研讨会由中国人民大学国际关系学院和中国人民大学区域国别研究院联合举办。来自中国社会科学院、国防大学、军事科学院、中国现代国际关系研究院、外交学院、中国国际问题研究院、中国政法大学和中国人民大学等单位的20多位专家学者出席本次研讨会。
Former UN Under-Secretary-General Hochschild visited the regional National Institute
On October 30, 2023, Mr. Fabrizio Hochschild, former Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations, visited Renmin University of China and met with Professor Zhai Dongsheng, Deputy Dean of the School of International Relations and head of the Institute of Regional Studies. Professor Zhai Dongsheng first extended a warm welcome to Mr. Hochschild and his delegation on behalf of the Regional National Research Institute of Renmin University of China, and then introduced the development history of Renmin University of China and the Regional National Research Institute. Mr. Hochschild spoke highly of the glorious history and outstanding educational achievements of Renmin University of China, and expressed his willingness to actively support and participate in the work of the regional national institutes. During the meeting, the two sides also discussed in depth a range of important issues with global implications. From the perspective of global economic system reform, Mr. Hochschild and Professor Dongsheng Zhai discussed the development trend of the Chinese economy, the problems of the grey economy in developing countries, and the issues of non-traditional security. In addition, topics such as US-China relations, the evolution of world thought, the rise of populism in the West, and the impact of social media on political
The Editorial Department of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies and the Institute of Regional Studies of Renmin University of China jointly held a paper workshop on “Reconstruction of regional order and Strategic Adjustment of Great Powers in the context of the Ukraine Crisis”
On the morning of October 18, 2023, the paper workshop on “Reconstruction of Regional Order and Strategic Adjustment of Great Powers in the Context of the Ukraine Crisis” co-sponsored by the Institute of Regional Studies of Renmin University of China, the School of International Relations of Renmin University of China, and the Editorial Department of Russian East European and Central Asian Studies was held in Conference Room 406, Mingde International Building, Renmin University of China. Zhai Dongsheng, Deputy Dean of the School of International Relations of Renmin University of China and head of the Regional and Country Research Institute, and Li Zhonghai, editorial director of the Institute of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and executive editor of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies, delivered speeches respectively. Zhang Haoqi, deputy editor of Russian, Eastern European and Central Asian Studies, and Ji Xianbai, Associate professor of School of International Relations, Renmin University of China, hosted two sessions of the workshop forum. Zhai Dongsheng introduced the basic situation of the integration, empowerment and service of the regional national Research Institute of Renmin University of China, as well as the demand for outstanding research talents
