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World Conference of Classics: Bridging the Past and Present
The first World Conference of Classics brought together experts to discuss the relevance of classical civilizations to the modern world, with a focus on collaboration between China and Greece.
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Chinese Academy Of Social Sciences (Cass)Ministry Of Culture And TourismMinistry Of EducationAcademy Of AthensChina Classical Civilization Research Institute
Gao XiangLina MendoniTheodoros Papangelis
- What significant event occurred during the conference?
- The conference included a handover ceremony for the establishment of the China Classical Civilization Research Institute in Athens, a joint initiative between China and Greece.
- Which organizations co-hosted the World Conference of Classics?
- The conference was co-hosted by several Chinese and Greek organizations, including the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS), the Ministry of Culture, and the Academy of Athens, signifying a strong collaborative effort.
- What was the main topic of the first World Conference of Classics?
- The first World Conference of Classics, held in Beijing, focused on the relevance of classical civilizations to the modern world.
- What were Theodoros Papangelis's main points about the conference and the state of classical studies?
- Theodoros Papangelis emphasized the significance of the conference in bridging the gap between classical and modern studies, noting a Western crisis in the humanities and the neglect of ancient history.
- What were some of Gao Xiang's key points regarding the importance of classical civilizations and the new research institute?
- Gao Xiang highlighted the importance of classical civilizations as a foundation for human development and emphasized the need for the new research institute to embrace inclusivity and interdisciplinary collaboration.