Conference on “Transnational China in Retrospect”

CALL FOR PAPERS
In recent years, the theme “transnational China in a global perspective” has gained significant attention. Intellectuals from the globe contribute a lot of academic insights to construct a more diverse, dynamic and heterogeneous China. This is the first series of conferences bringing students and early career scholars who are researching transnational history and culture of China together. Also, it aims to provide an inclusive communication environment for early career scholars, or students who have potential in humanities disciplines, to share their research experiences in a university setting.

Through keynote lectures, panel discussions and paper presentations, the conference will foster intellectual engagement and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in transnational history and culture of China. By bringing together experts and emerging scholars, this event will facilitate meaningful discussions and promote networking opportunities for future research collaborations.

Date: 31 January 2026 (Sat)
Venue: CRT-7.28, 7.29 & 7.30, 7/F, Run Run Shaw Tower, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong
Keynote Speaker: Prof. XU Guoqi (Department of History, HKU)
Mode of Participation: In-person OR online

Submission of Abstract/Paper:
Please submit your 250-300 words abstract, including a one-page CV, to the organizing committee by
email to transnationalchinainretrospect@gmail.com

We welcome single-author or co-author submission about transnational history, literature or cultural
studies of China, broadly defined, for example:
● China and world literature
● Literary reception and cross-cultural studies
● Intercultural communication
● Gender discourse of China in a global context
● Wartime China
● History of science and technology in China
● History of International relations and diplomacy
● Intellectual history of global China
● Chinese economy and world trade
● Translation studies

Eligibility of Submission:
1) Undergraduate students (Year 3 or above);
2) Masters students of Taught Postgraduate Programmes;
3) Early career research staff without a PhD degree (e.g. research assistants/associates) in different academic institutions.

Dateline:
Abstract submission opens: August 15, 2025
Abstract submission deadline: November 28, 2025 (extended)
Notification of acceptance: December 26, 2025

Please indicate your preference of participation (online/in-person) in your email.