Renmin University of China Pushes for Acceleration of Philosophy and Social Sciences with Chinese Characteristics
On April 25, 2022, General Secretary Xi Jinping visited Renmin University of China and emphasized the importance of accelerating the construction of philosophy and social sciences with Chinese characteristics. The goal is to establish China’s independent knowledge system by focusing on China’s reality and continuously promoting creative transformation and innovative development. This effort aims to position philosophy and social sciences with Chinese characteristics on the global academic stage.
Renmin University of China has taken significant steps towards this goal by launching the “Academic World,” a digital and intelligent platform that serves as a hub for academic resources, communication, dissemination, and innovation. The platform includes sub-platforms for main literature and preprints in philosophy and social sciences, offering scholars a space for dialogue, cooperation, and collaborative creation.
The university has also established various teaching and research institutions dedicated to fields such as smart governance, party history, and discipline inspection and supervision. These initiatives aim to cultivate high-level talents and contribute to the development of disciplines relevant to China’s needs.
Additionally, Renmin University of China has been actively promoting the exchange and release of research results through events and collaborative efforts with other universities. Through platforms like the “Initiative for Building China’s Independent Knowledge System” and subject alliances, the university has been fostering cooperation and innovation in the realm of philosophy and social sciences with Chinese characteristics.
The university’s focus on cultural heritage and civil law further demonstrates its commitment to preserving and promoting Chinese civilization. By investing in major research projects and collaborating with scholars internationally, Renmin University of China is contributing to the prosperity and development of philosophy and social sciences with Chinese characteristics.
In a statement, Zhang Donggang, Secretary of the Party Committee of Renmin University of China, expressed the university’s dedication to upholding China’s principles and supporting the nation’s modernization drive. By leveraging its strengths in humanities and social sciences education, the university aims to play a pivotal role in building a world-class institution with Chinese characteristics.
As Renmin University of China continues to innovate and pursue its cultural mission, it remains steadfast in its commitment to serving the construction of modern civilization and contributing to the great cause of national rejuvenation.
(Source: People’s Daily, April 27, 2024)