what is the yenching global symposium?
Symposium about China, in China.
Along with the 9th cohort of Yenching Scholars, we’re accepting applications from around the world so you can visit Peking University and engage in a four-day conference about China and its place on the world stage. Think academic panels, cultural workshops, and social activities so you have a sense of what’s happening in Beijing, now in person.
That’s a Wrap for YGS 2024!
Thank you everyone very much for contributing to the success of the 2024 Yenching Global Symposium, it was a resounding success! Please see the YGS 2024 page for our upcoming wrap-up pieces, including our recap video, delegate interviews, as well as the YGS Herald - our annual publication!
Our Goal
The Yenching Global Symposium (YGS) provides a platform for emerging leaders, established practitioners, and Yenching Scholars around the globe to engage in interdisciplinary dialogues on China through the unique lens of the Yenching Academy of Peking University.
Our Impact
Held every spring, the Yenching Global Symposium (YGS) comprises engaging lectures, panel discussions, and interactive sessions on topics surrounding China and the world. Each year, the symposium features prominent and distinguished Chinese and international speakers from a wide range of fields, including esteemed scholars, eminent officeholders, and leading professionals. The leaders of today will share their insights with students and young professionals from around the world with a noted passion for China.
Every year, the Symposium receives thousands of applications, making it an extemely selective and competitive conference. This three-day, fully-funded conference hosts delegates from a wide variety of countries and regions, enabling an interdisciplinary and intercultural gathering of rising global leaders.
600+
delegates
Over eight years, we have welcomed international and domestic China delegates to Peking University’s historic campus.
200+
speakers
Panelists and lecturers have talked about topics near and far, from climate change to artificial intelligence to eco-cities.
90+
countries
We care about representation and viewpoints from around the world, and our sessions capture the diversity of global conversations.
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february 2022
During a time when travel was difficult, I was able to meet students and professionals from all around the world to discuss global challenges and the role of China within it. I value the connections I made with future leaders and impact-makers with China competence.
Myrta Brunner / YGS 2021 Alum
