“Navigating paths: Innovative Approaches in Sino-Balkan Studies"

Hellenic Sinology Center, Ionian University, Corfu, Greece
World Sinology Center, Beijing Language and Culture University, China

Concept

The 3rd Sino-Balkanika Conference, organized by the Hellenic Sinology Center of the Ionian University and the World Sinology Center of Beijing Language and Culture University, aims to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and cooperation among scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and students engaged in Sinology and Chinese studies across Southeastern Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, and beyond. Building on the success of the previous two conferences, this edition will critically explore the evolving research in Sinology and Chinese studies, focusing on Southeastern Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean. The conference underscores the importance of scholarly exchange in shaping mutual understanding, policy developments, and sustainable intercultural dialogue. The interdisciplinary nature of the conference will focus on contemporary Sinological discourse, integrating cultural, heritage, educational, and technological perspectives and the Belt and Road Initiative. Special attention will be given to innovative research and education methodologies, emerging digital technologies, and their impact on cultural exchanges and international collaboration.

Conference Dates
September 29th–October 1st, 2025
 

Conference Venue
Ionian Academy building, Ionian University, Corfu, Greece
 

Conference Organisers
Hellenic Sinology Center, Ionian University
World Sinology Center, Beijing Language and Culture University
  

Academic Support
North-Macedonia Sinology Knowledge Center
Bulgarian Sinologists Association
 

Conference Secretariat
Ms. Marina MALINI
Ms. Niki DAMIALI     
Ms. Athina FATSEA   
Contact
Tel. +30 26610 87161
E-Mail:  hsc@ionio.gr  or/and   sinology.ionio@gmail.com


Conference Language
Chinese, English

Participation Information
Although the conference is open to the public upon on-site registration, due to organizational limitations, the number of participants is limited.