To enhance the service functions of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Demonstration Zone, Shandong University has prioritized the establishment of theInstitute ofSCOStudieswithin itsSchool of Political Science and Public Administration. This institutefocuses on the SCO in relation tointernational security, economic cooperation, legal issues, and cultural exchanges.It primarilysupportsthe high-quality development of the SCO Demonstration Zoneby addressing internationalsituations, security, economic collaboration, legal frameworks, and cultural aspects.It aims toprovideShandong University's unique solutions to advanceChina's high-level opening-up to the outside world.Additionally, the SCO Institute of Digital Economy has been established toenhanceChina's internationalinfluencein thefield ofdigital economy.
Since 2023, the InstituteofSCOStudiesof Shandong University hasbeenactively promotingcooperation with the SCO Demonstration Zone to serve both the nation and local communities. Highlights of its achievements include:
Publishedfiveforeign-language monographsin international top-tier academicpressesand several papers in top-tier SSCI journalswith the Institute serving as the author’s affiliation, which has effectively narrating China’s story to the world.
Co-hosteda series of lectures on "Cooperation and Development," inviting renowned domestic and international experts to share insightsonthemes aligned with current political hotspots,fulfillingthe professional learning and academic exchange needs of faculty and students.
Appointedover 10 renowned domestic and international experts as guest researchers, strengthening theInstitute's policy research and consulting capabilities.
Organizedseveral foreign affairs reception events as the lead unit, receiving widespread praise andtherebyexpanding theInstitute'sinternationalcooperation network.
Participatedinrelevantacademic forums and exchange activitieswiththeInstitute ofSCOStudies as affiliated unit, sharing academicresearchand enhancing the reputation and influenceof the Institute.
In 2024, the Instituteof SCO Studiesof Shandong University was selected as an outstanding case in the "Promoting Institutional Innovation Achievements in the Construction of the SCO Demonstration Zone."
