In order to discover the cutting-edge topics of Middle East research, explore the methods and experiences of Middle East fieldwork, and promote regional country research in the Middle East, the Youth Forum on Fieldwork Research of Middle East Studies hosted by SISU Middle East Studies Institute was held on October 31, 2020. Nearly 30 young scholars, faculty and student representatives from Tsinghua University, Peking University, Fudan University, Beijing Foreign Studies University, Shanghai International Studies University, Northwest University and other university research institutions attended the event. Participating scholars discussed the relationship between field investigations and testing theories of Middle East studies and promoting the re-creation of knowledge of Middle East studies by sharing vivid cases of their field investigations in the Middle East.

    During the forum, Bao Chengzhang, Zhao Jun and Zou Zhiqiang of the Middle East Studies Institute, representing the editorial department of Arab World Studies, had in-depth exchanges with the young participants.