Ph.D. in Geography, University of Manchester, U.K.
M.Sc., Graduate School of Academia Sinica, Beijing, China.
B.Sc., Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China.

I had the privilege of working under the guidance of Professor ZHAO as a research assistant and having him as my final-year project advisor from October 2021 till now (Dec 2024). I am grateful to have had Prof. ZHAO as my research mentor, and I consider him my research abecedarian.

J.D., The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
M.Sc. in New Media, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
M.A. in Language Studies, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong.
BSoc.Sc. (Hons), The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Working alongside Ms. LAM during my tenure as a Senator in the UIC Senate and QAC was a true honour. Ms. LAM is an exceptional senior administrator at UIC, exhibiting high levels of professionalism, internationalization, knowledge, and open-mindedness. Her genuine care for UIC students’ welfare is evident from many perspectives, and her enthusiasm and attention to detail are truly remarkable. I am deeply grateful to her for her invaluable support and generous help during my undergraduate years.

Ph.D. in International Relations, Yunnan University, China.
Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Value Chains, Cambridge University, UK.
Executive Certificate in Economic Development, Harvard University, USA.
M.Sc. in International Management (Dual Degree), ICN Grande Ecole Business School, France & Bologna University, Italy.
L.L.B., Bologna University, Italy.

I greatly admire and appreciate Dr. Monaco, one of my most respected and valued professors. He went above and beyond to offer me academic guidance and opportunities for success, both within the classroom and outside of it. Dr. Monaco taught several courses that focused on developmental issues in various regions of the world, as well as on the global economy and globalisation.

Ph.D. International Relations, Ankara University, Trukey
M.A. International Relations, Middle East Technical University, Turkey
B.A. International Relations, Ankara University, Turkey

I feel fortunate to have worked with Dr. Çolakoğlu on a book chapter that delves into G2 leadership in 2022. He is an expert in international relations and regional studies, having taught numerous courses on global order, Asian globalization, and North American governance.

Ph.D. in Sociology, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Master of Law in International Studies, Nanjing University, China
B.A. in English, Northeastern University, China

I have been honored and consider it a great privilege to collaborate with Professor Ning and her team over the past three years. Together, we have accomplished much and continue to explore the boundaries of knowledge and research potential alongside her dedicated team, particularly Li Ruonan.

Ph.D. in Geography, Hong Kong Baptist University, Hong Kong (Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme)
M.Sc., Human Geography, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
B.Sc., Geography, Hainan Normal University, China

I had the pleasure of being taught by Dr. WU, who taught several regional development and urban planning courses. Throughout my time with her, she consistently displayed patience, kindness, and concern for me and my fellow students. This helped us to establish a strong professor-student relationship built on mutual support and trust.