CSCSS International Conference

Dhaka, 27-28 December 2024: The International Conference on "China - South Asia: Civilization and Connectivity: History and Contemporary Issues," jointly organized by the China– South Asia Center for Sociocultural Studies (CSCSS) of the South Asian Institute of Policy and Governance (SIPG) at North South University (NSU), Bangladesh, and Yunnan University, China, commenced with an inspiring inauguration ceremony at North South University. The event was graced by distinguished guests, Mr Md. Touhid Hossain, Adviser for Foreign Affairs of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, as the Chief Guest, and His Excellency Mr Yao Wen, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of China to Bangladesh, as the Guest of Honor. Professor Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, the Vice Chancellor of NSU, graced the occasion as session chair.

The ceremony began with a warm welcome speech by Professor Sk. Tawfique M. Haque, Director of SIPG and CSCSS, followed by remarks from Professor Mohammed Nuruzzaman, Conference Convener, North South University. Special guests Professor He Ming from Yunnan University, Mr Han Kun, Deputy Country Manager of PowerChina, and Mr Zhao Shibo, Vice President of the Overseas Chinese Association in Bangladesh, highlighted the importance of fostering deeper sociocultural and academic collaboration between China and South Asia. Dr Harisur Rahman, Coordinator of CSCSS at North South University, delivered the vote of thanks during the inaugural session, expressing gratitude to the distinguished guests and participants.