The Academy of Contemporary Chinese and World Studies (ACCWS) and the Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies (IPDS) are proud to announce the establishment of a Joint Research Center, an important step and initiative aimed at strengthening collaborative academic research and international diplomacy between China and Pakistan.
This partnership is based on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on January 25, 2023, which highlights the commitment of both institutions to foster intellectual exchange and collaboration.
The primary objective of the Joint Research Center is to use the combined resources and expertise of ACCWS and IPDS to advance scientific research and facilitate dialogue on key international issues.
The center will focus on areas critical to both nations and the global community, including China-Pakistan relations, global governance, the Belt and Road Initiative and regional studies.
The establishment of the Joint Research Center by ACCWS and IPDS represents a significant step forward in academic and diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan.
By combining their strengths, the two institutions aim to contribute valuable insights and foster dialogue on critical international issues and strengthen their role as key players in global academia and diplomacy.
Under the auspices of the MoU, the Joint Research Center will carry out various joint activities, including joint and commissioned research projects, organizing seminars, symposia and knowledge-sharing events, publishing joint research findings and scientific papers, which is an established mechanism for the exchange of research information and updates, mutual invitations to participate in academic seminars and exchanges aimed at promoting deeper understanding and cooperation between the two countries.
The centre’s focus on joint research on China-Pakistan relations and the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), of which the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a flagship project, means that the findings could significantly influence policy formulation and implementation.
Research findings can provide evidence-based recommendations to address existing challenges and optimize the benefits of CPEC projects. This could lead to more efficient policy-making processes, which would ensure that CPEC’s development goals are met more efficiently and sustainably.
By facilitating deeper academic exchange and understanding between China and Pakistan, the Joint Research Center can contribute to strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.
The Centre’s work on regional studies and global governance will provide a platform for both countries to explore new areas of cooperation within CPEC and beyond. This enhanced cooperation and understanding can lead to a stronger and more resilient partnership capable of handling the complexities of international relations and regional dynamics.
The establishment of a Joint Research Center between ACCWS and IPDS is expected to have a multifaceted impact on CPEC and China-Pakistan relations.
By supporting academic research, policy analysis and people-to-people exchanges, the Center can help strengthen the China-Pakistan strategic partnership and ensure that CPEC realizes its full potential as a corridor of prosperity and a beacon of international cooperation.
