Place Names in China Featuring “Yin” and “Yang”
The concepts of “Yin” (阴) and “Yang” (阳) are among the oldest philosophical ideas in Chinese culture. They embody the principle of the unity of opposites and represent the profound wisdom of the East. As Laozi stated in the Dao De Jing: “Dao gives birth to One, One gives birth to Two, Two gives birth […]
ADB Officially Welcomes Türkiye as Regional Member
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has officially welcomed Türkiye as its newest regional member, marking a significant expansion of the bank’s presence in Central and West Asia. This development is expected to enhance regional cooperation and economic integration, aligning with ADB’s mission to promote sustainable and inclusive growth across Asia and the Pacific. Türkiye’s transition […]
Tianjin Normal University “Silk Road” CSC Program
About the Program The “Silk Road” CSC Program at Tianjin Normal University (TJNU) is dedicated to cultivating future industry leaders and highly skilled professionals from countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative. Leveraging our strengths in international Chinese education, TJNU offers a unique dual-focused platform that integrates “Chinese Language + Academic Disciplines.” Our goal […]
Schwarzman Scholars Program 2026/27 (Fully Funded)
If you’ve ever dreamed of studying in China at one of the world’s most prestigious universities, here’s your chance.The Schwarzman Scholars Program 2026/27 is now open for applications — and yes, it’s fully funded. Hosted at the renowned Tsinghua University in Beijing, this elite program offers a unique one-year Master’s degree experience. Inspired by global […]
A Glimpse into Classical Chinese Expressions
At the recent “On China: Observations and Proverbs” event, participants were introduced to a rich selection of classical Chinese idioms. These expressions, rooted in mythology, historical anecdotes, and folk tales, offer a deep understanding of Chinese cultural values, human nature, and traditional wisdom. The idioms selected during the event capture not only the linguistic creativity […]
The Book List from Historical Travelogues to the Present
In a recently held event titled “On China: Observations and Proverbs”, enlightening talks were given on Chinese culture, along with book recommendations focused on Turkish travelers who had written about China in various historical periods. The works recommended during the event serve as a guide for those who wish to understand China both historically and […]
The Great Collapse of US Higher Education Has Begun
Budget cuts, culture wars, and enrollment crashes are pushing American universities off the edge. By Donald Earl CollinsProfessorial Lecturer at American University in Washington, DCPublished on 24 April 2025 There is no other way to say it: The American university as the United States has known it since the 1960s is at an end. The […]
“Exploring China: Observations and Proverbs” Event Successfully Held
On April 26, 2025, our online event titled “Exploring China: Observations and Proverbs” was successfully held, attracting a wide audience from both Türkiye and China. The event provided a valuable platform for sharing knowledge in the fields of Sinology and cross-cultural communication. The session was moderated by Utku Güngör, who currently resides in Beijing and […]
2025 LL.M. in Chinese Law
Renmin University of China Law School 1. Program Description Amid China’s rapid economic growth and rising international influence, Chinese law has become an essential field of study for international students and legal professionals engaged in business, cultural, academic, or political interactions with China.To address this growing demand, Renmin University of China Law School launched the […]
XJTU Atomic Energy Scholarship (AES)
Program Overview Following the successful completion of the first phase of the Atomic Energy Scholarship (AES) Program, the China Atomic Energy Authority (CAEA) and the Ministry of Education (MOE) launched Phase 2 in 2023. Over the next five years (2023–2027), the program aims to award full scholarships each year to 100 outstanding students from developing […]