■ About the Forum
To better support the national Belt and Road Initiative and promote all round cooperation in science, technology and humanities, Nanjing University and the Cheng Ge Ru Foundation have jointly established the Nanjing University Southeast Asia Kerry Science and Education Exchange Fund. A special track for the China Southeast Asia Kerry Youth Scientist Forum is designated to support collaboration between Nanjing University and the ASEAN Youth Scientist Network Alliance, organize thematic seminars, and advance substantive research cooperation.
The China–Southeast Asia: Industrial Trade, Green Development and Common Prosperity in a Changing Global Landscape is a key thematic seminar under the Forum, hosted by the Business School of Nanjing University. It aims to build a high level exchange platform for young economists and management scholars in industrial innovation, common prosperity, policy and institutional innovation, people to people connectivity, and case studies, so as to contribute international academic insights and policy solutions.
■ Basic Information
・Dates: August 21–23, 2026
・Venue: Anzhong Building, Business School, Nanjing University
・Registration: Free of charge
・Accommodation & Transportation: Covered by participants
■ Paper Submission
・Submission Email: CREC_nju@163.com
・Deadline: July 30, 2026
■ Conference Topics
1. Cross-border Industrial Chain Collaboration and Value Chain Upgrading between China and Malaysia under the RCEP Framework
This topic explores industrial chain integration in electronic information, semiconductors, and new energy under RCEP. It focuses on the shift from industrial linkage to innovation collaboration, analyzes the embedding of the Southeast Asian value chain into the global system, and provides empirical and policy references for deepening China-Malaysia industrial cooperation.
2. Restructuring of Southeast Asian Trade Patterns amid China-US Trade Frictions and China-Malaysia Response Strategies
This topic examines trade flow and financial market restructuring in ASEAN-5 economies. It evaluates the impacts of tariff barriers on export growth and balance of payments, and studies strategies for China and Malaysia to expand third-party markets and strengthen regional trade resilience.
3. China-Malaysia Cooperation in Green Energy Industry and Industrialization Pathways of Carbon Neutrality Technologies
This topic focuses on the industrialization of green energy, including electric vehicles, renewable energy, and carbon neutral technologies. It analyzes consumer preferences, joint R&D for tropical climates, and policy frameworks for green industrial development in Southeast Asia.
4. Digital Economy Empowering China-Malaysia Industrial Innovation and Cross-border Trade Upgrading
This topic discusses how 5G, cross-border e-commerce, and digital talent mobility drive industrial transformation. It explores digital trade rules, cross-border data flow, and synergies between the digital economies of China and Southeast Asia.
5. Collaborative Innovation in China-Malaysia Semiconductor Industry and Global Supply Chain Stability
This topic addresses complementary cooperation in semiconductors, focusing on joint R&D, talent training, and the “China R&D + Malaysia Manufacturing” model. It aims to enhance supply chain stability and reduce low-end lock-in in the regional semiconductor sector.
6. Economic Uncertainty in Southeast Asia amid Global Volatility and Macroeconomic Policy Responses
This topic analyzes the impacts of global fluctuations on ASEAN-5 growth, investment, and income distribution. It studies macroeconomic coordination and policy tools to support stable and balanced development in Southeast Asia.
7. Mutual Learning of China-Malaysia Poverty Reduction Experiences and Pathways to Inclusive Green Growth
This topic compares multidimensional poverty assessment and targeted poverty alleviation models. It explores inclusive green growth by integrating poverty reduction with industrial, educational, health, and environmental policies.
8. Driving Effects of Green Finance and Sustainable Investment on Industrial Development in Southeast Asia
This topic examines green credit, sustainable investment, and green procurement. It assesses their contributions to renewable energy, low-carbon industries, and sustainable industrialization in Southeast Asia.
9. Industrial Policies and Institutional Innovation in Southeast Asia amid a Changing Global Landscape
This topic focuses on industrial strategies, institutional design, and governance of the “Two Countries, Two Parks” model. It provides systematic policy solutions for industrial upgrading, trade facilitation, and green development in the region.
■ Contact
・Person: Ms. Bai
・Tel: +86–25–83621169
