China Foreign Affairs University, university in Beijing, China
China Foreign Affairs University is a government-owned school in Beijing that specializes in international relations and diplomatic training. The campus features modern and older buildings set among well-maintained lawns, green trees, and monuments, with students gathered in groups studying, learning languages, or preparing for negotiations.
The university was founded in 1955 on the initiative of Premier Zhou Enlai and was originally part of Renmin University. It closed during the Cultural Revolution but reopened in 1980 under Deng Xiaoping's leadership, growing into a leading training ground for Chinese diplomats. The institution changed its name from Foreign Affairs College to China Foreign Affairs University in 2005.
The university maintains a formal and disciplined environment where students and staff take their work seriously. Monuments and memorials honoring key figures like Zhou Enlai and Chen Yi stand on campus, reflecting the institution's historical roots and diplomatic mission. Students regularly practice foreign languages and prepare for negotiations, shaping the rhythm of daily campus life.
The campus has two locations in Beijing: the older Shahe Campus in Changping and the newer Zhanlanguan Road Campus in Xicheng. Both are accessible by public transportation, with nearby subway stations on different lines. Modern classrooms, language laboratories, and diplomatic simulation rooms are available on the grounds.
The school is known for having produced more ambassadors than any other Chinese institution, with over 300 graduates serving as diplomats worldwide. The university has hosted a Model United Nations conference since 1995 that has earned a reputation for being competitive and attracting students from across the country.
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