On July 7, 2026, the BRI International Student Education Seminar was held at Xi'an Jiaotong University. The event brought together experts and scholars from Peking University, Harbin Institute of Technology, South China University of Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Guangxi University, Xinjiang University, Yunnan University, and other institutions, as well as representatives from China Construction Eighth Engineering Division, Shaanxi Cultural Investment Silk Road Economic and Trade Co., Ltd., and international students from multiple countries. The discussions focused on the internationalization of international student education in China, connotative development, and innovative models of talent cultivation. Associate Professor Wei Sujie from our school attended the seminar and delivered a keynote speech.

At the seminar, Associate Professor Wei Sujie of the China-ASEAN School of Economics, Guangxi University presented a keynote speech titled "Cultivating Through Culture, Connecting Through Heart — Educational Practices for ASEAN International Students from a Cross-Cultural Perspective." She systematically introduced Guangxi University's educational philosophy and practical achievements in ASEAN-oriented international student education, centered on the principles of "cultivating through culture" and "connecting through heart." These achievements include the establishment of a Center of Administration and Service for International Students, the development of a "three-in-one" model for national conditions education, the organization of an AI Summer Camp, and the successful completion of the Quality Certification for Higher Education of International Students in China. She also presented two case studies: the China-Thailand 2+2 Degree Program and the China-ASEAN Energy Industry-Education Integration Platform project. Her presentation showcased the distinctive "ASEAN-focused" approach to international student cultivation at Guangxi University and demonstrated notable outcomes in high-quality training and quality certification. The speech, which was substantive and distinctive in content, received broad recognition and attention from peers at the seminar. Experts from Peking University, Harbin Institute of Technology, South China University of Technology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xinjiang University, Yunnan University, and other renowned institutions also delivered keynote presentations, engaging in joint discussions on the value of cultural cognition in international student education in China.

Associate Professor Wei Sujie Delivers a Keynote Speech

The seminar systematically explored pathways and measures for the high-quality development of Belt and Road international student education in China from multiple dimensions, including macro strategy, institutional mechanisms, curriculum systems, industry-education integration, and cultural exchange. Participating experts unanimously agreed that, against the backdrop of the deepening Belt and Road Initiative, international student education in China should leverage regional advantages, deepen industry-education integration, and strengthen cultural education, thereby contributing educational strength to the building of a community with a shared future for mankind. Our school's participation and presentation at this seminar served as an important opportunity to showcase our university's "ASEAN characteristics" to peers across the country. The school will continue to advance high-quality international student cultivation, promote industry-education integration and innovation in talent cultivation models, and cultivate more high-caliber, practice-oriented professionals in international economics and trade to serve the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area.

Group Photo of Organizers and Keynote Speakers

Written by Yang Jiexiu

Translated by AI

Proofread by Yu Na, Fan Shiqiongxiang

Edited by Gan Ziying

Reviewed by Gong Zheng