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Notice on the 11th National Forum for Deans of Marxist Studies Schools

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Dear Ms. / Mr.:

In order to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Reform and Opening-up [1], implement the spirit of the 19th National Congress of the CPC, promote the research and dissemination of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and further advance the construction of the discipline of Marxist theory, it has been decided upon deliberation that the 11th National Forum for Deans of Marxist Studies will be held in mid-October 2018 at the China University of Petroleum (East China). The theme of this forum is: "The 40th Anniversary of Reform and Opening-up and Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era." We cordially invite you to take the time from your busy schedule [2] to attend.

I. Reference Topics for the Conference

  1. Achievements and experiences of the forty years of Reform and Opening-up
  2. Theoretical innovations of Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era
  3. Modernization of the CPC’s governing capacity in the New Era
  4. The "Four Greats" [3] and the historical mission of the CPC in the New Era
  5. Research on the CPC’s thought on Party building in the New Era
  6. Research on the people-centered development thought in the New Era
  7. Research on the evolution of the principal contradiction in our country in the New Era [4]
  8. Research on deepening the reform of the administrative and institutional systems
  9. Research on comprehensively building a moderately prosperous society in all respects [5]
  10. Research on the rural revitalization strategy in the New Era
  11. Research on the strategy for coordinated regional development in the New Era
  12. Research on ecological civilization [6] in the New Era
  13. Research on the "Belt and Road" thought
  14. The concept of a community with a shared future for humanity and research on the construction of a new type of international relations
  15. Research on the evaluations of Socialism with Chinese Characteristics by the international community and foreign Communist Parties
  16. Foreign research concerning Socialism with Chinese Characteristics in the New Era

II. Conference Time and Location

Time: October 19–21, 2018. Location: China University of Petroleum (East China).

III. Conference Papers and Expenses

  1. Conference Papers The conference requires participants to submit one unpublished academic paper (electronic version) of approximately 6,000 words to the assembly no later than September 30, 2018. The paper must align with the theme, maintain correct perspectives, feature focused argumentation, and use accurate and standardized citations. The conference will select excellent papers for publication in a conference proceedings collection and recommend them for publication in journals such as Marxist Studies (Makesizhuyi Yanjiu), Social Sciences Abroad (Guowai Shehui Kexue), and World Socialism Studies (Shijie Shehuizhuyi Yanjiu).

Please send the electronic version of the paper simultaneously to the following two email addresses: (1) Zhanghuiyun0114@163.com, attention Mr./Ms. Zhang Huiyun, School of Marxism, China University of Petroleum (East China) (2) zhanglimyy@163.com, attention Mr./Ms. Zhang Li, Institute of Marxism Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences

  1. Expenses This forum does not charge a conference fee. Expenses for transportation and accommodation during the conference are to be borne by the participants.

IV. Conference Registration Details

Registration time: 12:00–24:00, October 19, 2018. Registration location: Howard Johnson Kangda Plaza Qingdao (No. 159 West Changjiang Road, Huangdao District, Qingdao, Shandong Province)

V. Conference Contacts and Contact Information

Conference Contact: Zhang Ruitao Mailing Address: School of Marxism, China University of Petroleum (East China), No. 66 West Changjiang Road, Huangdao District, Qingdao, Shandong Province Postcode: 266580

Sponsors: Institute of Marxism Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences China University of Petroleum (East China)

Organizers: Department of Foreign Marxist Studies, Institute of Marxism Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences School of Marxism, China University of Petroleum (East China)

Co-organizers: Editorial Department of Marxist Studies Editorial Department of Social Sciences Abroad Editorial Department of World Socialism Studies

July 2, 2018

Receipt for the 11th National Forum for Deans of Marxist Studies

Name Gender Position / Professional Title
Mobile Phone Email Work Unit
Postcode Paper Title
Arrival Date Departure Date

Notes:

  1. Deans intending to participate are requested to return the receipt via email by August 30. Return addresses: Zhanghuiyun0114@163.com (Zhang Huiyun), zhanglimyy@163.com (Zhang Li).
  2. For any inquiries, please contact Zhang Ruitao at the School of Marxism, China University of Petroleum (East China) at 15854239396.