In the golden autumn of October, by the banks of the Pujiang River, the wise have arrived and their thoughts are stirred. The Second World Congress on Chinese Studies was held at the Shanghai International Convention Center from October 13th to 15th. Renowned scholars, think tank experts, cultural ambassadors, and others from five continents around the world gathered together under the theme of "Historical China and Contemporary China from a World Perspective", connecting the context of civilization and modernization practice, "seeing China through academia and responding to the world through China", jointly opening a feast for ideological exchange and drawing a picture of mutual learning among civilizations. Senior Political Leaders: Observing "China Governance" from the World Stage. This conference has invited several senior political leaders with rich experience in international governance to participate in discussions, elevating professional dialogues to a global strategic level. These senior politicians have provided a rare "operator" perspective for examining the "Chinese solution" and understanding the "Chinese experience" based on their personal participation in global governance practices. Their insights stem from personal experience in governing the country, making them appear profound and profound. In 1978, 39 year old Romano Prodi stepped into politics from the podium and became the Minister of Industry of Italy. In his subsequent political career, he served as the Prime Minister of Italy twice, was elected as the President of the European Commission, and promoted the adoption of the euro and the expansion of the European Union to 25 countries. As one of the founders of the "Italian Industrial Economics School", Prodi was deeply impressed by the speed of China's economic development and the vitality of the Chinese people, and has always been concerned about the changes that have taken place in this country, believing that "these changes are more profound than anyone thinks". Prodi emphasized that global cooperation is crucial for the future of humanity. The Global Development Initiative, Global Security Initiative, Global Civilization Initiative, and Global Governance Initiative inject stability and positive energy into a turbulent and intertwined world, and are important public goods open to the world. Politicians from various countries need to recognize how to handle differences properly through dialogue and learn to achieve mutual understanding while accepting differences. Prodi praised the joint construction of the "the Belt and Road" initiative as a great initiative. As an Italian, this initiative reminds him of Marco Polo and the ancient Silk Road. He believes that the joint construction of the "the Belt and Road" initiative has opened up a lot of cooperation space and can enable many European countries to obtain tangible development dividends. In the face of complex situations, both China and Europe need to adhere to true multilateralism, focus on common issues, and strengthen cooperation mechanisms. Practice has repeatedly proven that only through openness and win-win cooperation can we achieve common development. As the "core designer" of Poland's economic transformation, G ö zegaard Koldek served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Poland twice from 1994 to 1997 and from 2002 to 2003. His research papers and books have been translated and published in 28 languages, making him the "Polish economist with the highest academic citation rate in the world". As a marathon runner and global traveler, his footprints have covered over 170 countries and regions around the world. Koldek firmly calls for the promotion of "inclusive globalization". He believes that the development of the world economy over the past 30 years has benefited from globalization. Currently, the international situation is increasingly mired in conflicts of interest, leading some people to believe that globalization has come to an end. But if we can promote more inclusive globalization, this pessimistic argument will be self defeating. The economies of the 'Global South' have high hopes for this transformation, and China is expected to play a leading role in this process. Vuk Jeremi ć, President of the 67th United Nations General Assembly and former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Serbia. During his tenure as the President of the United Nations General Assembly, he presided over the negotiations authorized by the Rio+20 Summit, witnessed the complexity and importance of incorporating sustainable development into the global agenda, and ultimately led to the unanimous adoption of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by countries in 2015. Jeremi ć emphasized that international cooperation is not an option, but an indispensable part. Long term stability and prosperity require more patience, communication, and foresight. The international community should let reason take the lead to avoid a lose lose or even multiple lose situation that harms others and benefits oneself. In the past 20 years, Jeremi ć has visited China nearly 50 times. In his view, from poverty alleviation to technological innovation, China is becoming a key force for global development. China's leadership in industries such as electric vehicles, batteries, and high-speed rail cannot be ignored. Cooperation with China is not only a realistic choice, but also an irreplaceable strategic pivot in many key areas. If we refuse to cooperate with China, not only will the cost be high, but the effectiveness will also be greatly reduced. Academic giants: "Bridge and pave the way" in the dialogue of civilizations. At this conference, there is also a group of star studded "bridge builders" who cross language barriers and reach the core of ideas. An Lezhe, an emeritus professor of philosophy at the University of Hawaii, is a leading figure in the field of comparative philosophy between China and the West. He is renowned both domestically and internationally for translating works such as "The Analects," "The Art of War by Sun Tzu," "Huainanzi," and "Tao Te Ching." He has won awards such as the Confucius Culture Award, the Chinese Government Friendship Award, and the Chinese Book Special Contribution Award. Anle Zhe believes that translating books is not only about translating text, but also about translating culture. What he pursues is "translation of meaning" and even "translation of context", which is to enable the English speaking world to truly understand the modern vitality of Confucianism and Taoism. For example, the concept of friendship in Chinese philosophy emphasizes more on the differences between friends as the starting point for establishing friendship, reflecting the traditional Chinese culture's view of "harmony in diversity". In Western philosophy, friendship begins with mutual similarities, viewing friends as the "second me" and emphasizing the similarities between friends. Friends are seen as a mirror that can reflect oneself and confirm one's own moral qualities. Anle Zhe calls for actively grasping Confucian concepts such as sharing, tolerance, and "standing up for oneself and others", deeply understanding and recognizing the close connections between human societies, and effectively addressing global common challenges. He analyzed the essential differences between difficulties and problems, believing that 'problems can be solved through methods, while difficulties require our profound awakening to effectively respond'. This awakening not only requires us to change our behavior, but also requires us to re-examine and adjust our values. Confucianism is a powerful driving force for awakening and changing the world, "said Gao Dimin, an emeritus professor of sociology at the University of California, Berkeley, who has frequently traveled between China and the United States for many years. He has served as a part-time Chinese translator for the US State Department and witnessed multiple historic occasions before and after the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the United States. The most impressive thing for me is how strong the entrepreneurial ability of Chinese people is. They are very good at seizing opportunities, not only to earn money to support their families and serve society, but also to hope that their country will become prosperous and strong. "Gao Dimin believes that the Chinese government has always been committed to" finding a good balance between the country and society, creating more space for people to create the life they want. From February 1979 to February 1980, as one of the first American graduate students to study abroad in China, Gao Dimin spent an unforgettable time at Fudan University. At that time, Chinese studies was still a niche discipline on the margins of the American academic community. Today, it has become an undeniable field of study. Gao Dimin once sighed: "I believe that exchanges are powerful. Academic exchanges are the most solid bridge to break prejudice and build mutual trust. It is my mission to train the next generation of scholars studying China, increase their understanding of China, and improve their ability to interpret China objectively." Martin Jacques, a well-known British scholar, has long been committed to the research and dissemination of the path of Chinese path to modernization. In his view, to benefit the world or plunder the world is a major difference between Chinese path to modernization and western modernization. He believes that in just a few decades, China has transformed from high-speed growth to high-quality development, achieving the greatest economic transformation in human history and leading the world in many emerging fields, providing development opportunities for the "global South". The economic reforms currently underway in China are not limited to one company or industry, but are related to decarbonization and new green industries, including wind turbines and solar cells, which will define a new era of human development along with new consumption and lifestyles. China is approaching issues from these perspectives and has left the West far behind in this process. ”Martin Jacques bluntly suggested that Western countries should not criticize China for things it has not done, but should learn from China's experience. Many leading figures in the field of Sinology on the European continent also gathered in Shanghai. Shi Hanwei, a senior scholar in East Asian literature and culture in Germany, was awarded the First Class Medal of the Federal Republic of Germany in 2021 and the Chinese Government Friendship Award in 2024. He introduced that European Sinology has been rooted in the imagination of a "Chinese world" that has lasted for more than 5000 years since its inception. In the 20th century, in order to reshape the image of China in a modern context, the academic community conducted multiple conceptual explorations around "China" and "Chinese studies", and proposed the concept of "Deep China", attempting to reveal China's unique role in a multipolar world centered on humanism and peace. As a leading figure in European Sinology, Li Jiya, the president of the University of Venice in Italy, mainly engages in the study of ancient Chinese language, ancient philosophy, and religious classics, especially Confucianism and Chinese ethics. She believes that the world today should strive for "harmony in diversity", embrace cultural differences and diversity, and encourage openness, cooperation, and inclusiveness. Chinese classics contain the essence of Chinese philosophy and daily life. Understanding Chinese classics is essential for a better understanding of Chinese society. To this end, she not only translated works such as "The Analects" and "The Doctrine of the Mean" into Italian, but also wrote works such as "Confucianism" to provide Italian readers with a detailed introduction to the philosophical framework and core concepts of Confucianism. Li Jiya also actively promotes the "opening up" of universities to the world. In 2017, the first overseas office of the University of Venice was established in China, providing more opportunities for the younger generations of China and Italy to study and experience each other's countries, and to gain a deeper and more intuitive understanding of Chinese and Western cultures and civilizations. In her opinion, understanding between civilizations cannot be limited to books alone, but requires communication between people and cooperation between institutions. This is a continuous and vibrant dialogue. Based on local experience and concerns, compose a multi part "Chinese Studies" symphony style from the sea. From senior political figures and academic giants to young sinologists, this conference is attended by a group of talented individuals who vividly interpret the expansion of "traditional Sinology" to "modern Chinese studies", the progression from "single discipline" to "cross integration", and the transformation from "Western centric" to "global diversity" through diverse composition and profound academic cultivation. One is the innovation of categories: from "classical Sinology" to "integrated learning". Understanding contemporary China cannot be confined to the ivory tower of classical literature, but must be placed within the grand narrative of the inheritance and development of Chinese civilization, achieving a connection between ancient and modern times. Professor Guan Liya of Boston University proposed that "China's rise provides a historic opportunity to construct a rigorous, logically consistent, and empirically based definition of civilization. Throughout the long history, Western civilization and Chinese civilization, as different forms of human civilization, have followed the principles of classical texts solidified through written language. These classic principles directly shape the spiritual core of the three major civilizations and provide a paradigm for people to understand reality. Specific examples of the Yuandian principle include the concept in Western civilization that "the only true God is the creator of the universe," as well as the ideal of "universal harmony" in Chinese civilization. This theoretical framework provides a systematic study of ancient civilizations