On October 18, 2017, all IEC faculty watched 19th CPC National Congress and held discussions after learning the report.
“Xi’s report is very inspiring and encourages all faculty to shoulder their mission and realize the Chinese Dream”, said Shi Guangda, Executive Vice Dean of IEC. He also said that international education and exchange should be more creative and keeping pace with the times with socialism with Chinese characteristics entering a new era.
“One Belt, One Road” Initiative is another important move to enhance international cooperation and cultivate professionals with international vision. In this year, 7 students sponsored by “Silk Road” Scholarship have started their master program in SAU. The scholarship are attracting excellent candidates from “B&R” countries.