On December 15, 2025, the Institute for Global Public Policy (IGPP) at Fudan University and the LSE–Fudan Research Centre for Global Public Policy (the Centre) hosted the third Fudan–LSE Joint Student Research Project Presentation. Attendees included Vice President Emma McCoy of LSE; Director Neil McLean of the LSE Language Centre; Director Hua Xiang of the Department of East Asian Languages; Dean Yijia Jing of IGPP and Co-Director of the Centre; Professor Minna de Gerven from the University of Helsinki; and Associate Professor Ping Jiang of IGPP. Representatives from Fudan University and LSE student teams for five approved joint research projects presented their proposals and received expert feedback.

Dean Jing warmly welcomed all faculty and students. He emphasized that the joint research presentation provides an important opportunity for faculty and students from both universities to deepen mutual understanding and explore cutting-edge topics in global public policy. Dean Jing also highlighted IGPP’s commitment to offering comprehensive academic support and commended the students for their dedication and early achievements in their research projects.

Vice President McCoy delivered a speech, expressing gratitude for Fudan University’s invitation and highlighting the significance of the joint research initiative. She noted that the program offers students valuable cross-cultural learning experiences, helping to broaden their academic horizons and strengthen their collaborative skills. She also commended the Centre for initiating and continuously enhancing the program and expressed high expectations for the future development and practical impact of the students’ research projects.

Associate Professor Jiang then provided an overview of the research projects, after which the five project teams presented their respective topics and research plans.

The first team focused on Comparison of China’s National Carbon Market and the EU ETS. They analyzed institutional differences across four core dimensions and provided policy recommendations for improving China’s carbon market.

The second team focused on Global Governance of Deepfake Technology. They examined cross-border risks from generative AI face-swapping and explored regulatory approaches in multiple countries.

The third team focused on Paradox in China–EU Green Energy Cooperation. Using a literature review and international relations analysis, the team explored the interdependent yet paradoxical relationship in clean energy innovation.

The fourth team focused on Digital Governance of China’s National Carbon Market. Through policy text analysis and enterprise interviews, they examined institutional bottlenecks and proposed recommendations for legal frameworks and technology platform development.

The fifth team focused on China–Vietnam Relations under the Belt and Road Initiative. They analyzed the mechanisms behind deepening economic interdependence without resolving maritime tensions, offering insights for normalizing bilateral relations.

Attending scholars recognized the academic value of each project, provided constructive feedback, and encouraged students to further develop and refine their research.

Since 2024, IGPP and the Centre have hosted two prior rounds of the Fudan–LSE Joint Student Research Projects. The program encourages students to self-organize, independently select research topics, and receive guidance and support from IGPP.