Exploring the Frontiers of Global Governance and Embarking on a Fascinating Academic Journey - Summer School’s Special Activities

In this sweltering summer, this summer school has meticulously prepared a feast that combines knowledge and culture for you who are having academic dreams and eager to broaden your international horizons. The special activities of the summer school integrate cutting-edge academic exploration, young minds collision, and in-depth cultural experiences, aiming to provide you with a comprehensive and immersive learning and communication experience.

Academic Conferences: Gathering Wisdom and Exploring the Frontiers

The academic conference is one of the core highlights of this summer school. The program brings together experts and scholars from all over the world who have achieved remarkable success in their respective fields. They will conduct in-depth discussions and exchanges around cutting-edge topics in public policy. From the advancement of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to the development and governance of BRICS countries, each topic is closely aligned with the pulse of the times. At the conference venue, you will witness the intense collision of ideas. Experts will share their unique insights and exchange the latest research findings, opening a door to the forefront of public policy research for you.

Youth Dialogue: Crossing Regions and Igniting Creativity

Young people are the hope of the future. The Youth Dialogue will convene young talents from different regions. Age is no longer a boundary, and geography is no longer an obstacle. Young talents will express their opinions on hot-button issues and jointly explore innovative ideas. Whether it's a youth action plan to address climate change or new challenges in social governance in the digital age, young people will offer novel perspectives and solutions to complex problems with their keen insights and bold innovative thinking. By participating in this activity, you will meet like-minded partners and ignite boundless creativity in the clash of ideas.

Academic Lectures: Listening to the Frontiers and Absorbing Wisdom

The academic lectures will invite world-renowned scholars to share their cutting-edge research findings, covering multiple dimensions such as politics, economy, culture, and environment. From interpreting the changing trends of the global political and economic landscape to analyzing the policy-ethical dilemmas in the era of artificial intelligence, each lecture is a profound baptism of knowledge. Here, you do not need to travel across the ocean to listen to the voices of the academic forefront. You can engage in intellectual dialogues with master-level scholars, absorb precious academic wisdom, and inject a continuous stream of impetus into your knowledge repository.

After-class Activities: Experiencing Shanghai and Harvesting Friendship

In addition to study, the carefully organized after-class activities of the summer school will let you experience the charm of Shanghai. Shanghai, this vibrant metropolis with rich heritage, has historical buildings on the Bund that bear witness to its past prosperity, as well as skyscrapers in Lujiazui that showcase its modern splendor. You will have the opportunity to taste authentic Shanghai cuisine, experience the old-Shanghai style in the alleys, or feel the charm of scientific and technological innovation. During the after-class activities, you can not only gain a deeper understanding of Shanghai's culture but also build deep friendships with classmates from different backgrounds, creating unforgettable memories.

Arrangement of Academic Activities

Date

Host/Speaker

Theme

June 27-28, 2025

(Friday-Saturday)

Institute for Global Public Policy (IGPP), Fudan University

THE SEVENTH INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON DEVELOPMENT AND GOVERNANCE IN THE BRICS“CLIMATE GOVERNANCE AND THE BRICS+”

June 29, 2025

(Sunday)

   Institute for Global Public Policy (IGPP), Fudan University

BRICS Youth Scholars' Roundtable Dialogue

June 30, 2025

(Monday)

Steve Kelman

Donald Trump and the future of the United States

July 4, 2025

(Friday)

Bingchun Meng

The Politics and Poetics of AI: From Great Power Competition to Imaginaries of Digital Future

July 7, 2025

(Monday)

Alvaro Mendez

A Decade of Transformation: Assessing the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)'s Role in Development Across the Global South

Session 2

(TBD)

Fawaz Gerges

   What Explains the Persistence of the Hundreds Years’ Israel-Palestine Conflict?


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In previous summer schools, students also visited places like the Power Station of Art in Pudong. They experienced diverse cultures in the palace of art and built deep friendships during the process. Welcome to join the summer school. Here, you can explore the frontiers of global governance, embark on your own fascinating academic journey, and harvest knowledge, friendship, and growth.

Our summer school is filled with surprises and gains. We look forward to creating more wonderful memories with you in the summer of 2025.