Brief Introduction of ICC

‌International Cooperation Center‌ (‌ICC‌) is a strategic research institution primarily focused on forward-looking, comprehensive, and strategic international issues. It was established with approval by key research organizations in China specializing in philosophy and social sciences, and foreign affairs. The Center undertakes long-term research tasks assigned and commissioned by central government departments. In line with the national directive to build new types of Chinese think tanks and enhance international cooperation mechanisms, ICC pioneered the implementation of a joint conference mechanism nationwide to conduct integrated research and organizational coordination. Through years of development, the International Cooperation Center has become a pivotal portal for China to:

● Scientifically assess evolving international situations and global dynamics in the new era;

● Accurately grasp China’s new historical positioning in development;

● Advance international exchanges and cooperation.

The International Cooperation Center‌ operates as a ‌separately managed entity‌ under China's public institution framework and provides coordination and guidance to ‌Country/Regional International Cooperation Centers‌. ‌Supported by the professional guidance of national competent authorities and the inter-ministerial consultation mechanism, the Center has established Strategic Advisory Committee, Academic Committee, and Steering Committee.‌ The Center has developed ‌coordination mechanisms‌ and joint research bases with central/national agencies, people's organizations, and public institutions. As a ‌long-standing strategic partner‌ of the ‌United Nations Coordination System in China‌, the Center co-launched and signed the Future-Oriented International Cooperation Initiative with the UN. ‌Constituent units of ICC's Joint Conference Mechanism‌ possess over three decades of expertise in strategic studies, public diplomacy, international organisations and conferences, overseas NGOs, and foreign think tanks. These units have developed ‌globally interconnected research systems and cooperative platforms‌.

The International Cooperation Center (ICC) is dedicated to strengthening international studies and supporting major national priorities, focusing on critical issues in China's foreign relations and global affairs. It monitors evolving global dynamics while leveraging its strengths in foresight research and extensive crisis-response experience, conducting strategic studies in global politics, international economics, multilateral governance, and peace and conflict studies. The Center engages in research and exchanges on pivotal matters affecting China's relations with nations and regions worldwide. With nearly 200 resident researchers, five permanent thematic divisions, and six institutes with dedicated laboratories, the ICC maintains regular interaction with political figures and diplomatic envoys from over 60 countries and senior officials of international organizations. It serves as a key actor in China's Track 1.5 (officially-endorsed dialogue mechanism) and Track 2 (non-official dialogue mechanism) diplomacy.