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Call for Papers

International Forum on Frontiers in Development Economics and International Development Experience (2026): Pathways to Inclusive and Sustainable Development in an Era of Rapid Technological Disruption

October 31-November 1, 2026

Xiamen, China

College of Economics, Xiamen University, China

Background

The International Forum on Frontiers in Development Economics and International Development Experience (2026): Pathways to Inclusive and Sustainable Development in an Era of Rapid Technological Disruption will bring together leading scholars, early-career researchers, and policy practitioners to share cutting-edge research in development economics, including studies on inclusive growth, income distribution, wealth inequality, public expenditure and related policy evaluation.

Topics

We invite submissions of original research papers addressing topics including (but not limited to):

·New perspectives and approaches to development;

·Assessing inclusive and sustainable development from social and economic perspectives, including population, income distribution, household consumption, employment, education, health, social protection, energy, and the environment;

·Evaluating public finance and development policies at the local and national levels in relation to these social and economic dimensions;

·Exploring and applying new research methods, new data, and new technologies in these areas of research.

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Keynote Speakers & Special Guests

Professor Frank Cowell, London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)  

Professor Sarah Cook, University of Nottingham Ningbo China

Professor Peter Lanjouw, Director of LIS and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Zhenhua Li, Executive Director, Ant Group Research Institute

Dr. Michael Lokshin, Lead Economist, World Bank

Dr. Elitza Mileva, Lead Economist, World Bank

Professor Chu Wei, Renmin University of China

Professor Jinjun Xue, Nagoya University & Tsinghua University

Professor Dian Yang, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences

Professor Jianhua Zhang, Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Professor Jianghuai Zheng, Nanjing University

Supporting Journals：

The selected papers will be recommended to the following journals:

·China Economic Studies (《中国经济问题》)

·Finance Research (《财政研究》)

·Journal of Xiamen University (Arts & Social Sciences) (《厦门大学学报（哲学社会科学版）》)

·Sociological Studies (《社会学研究》)

·The Journal of World Economy (《世界经济》)

Additional Information:

The registration fee is 90 USD (or 600 RMB) for faculty/professionals and 45 USD (or 300 RMB) for students. This fee includes symposium materials, meals, and coffee breaks for both days. Attendees are responsible for their own transportation and accommodation expenses.

Submission Guidelines:

Please submit full papers or extended abstracts through the conference website:
https://conf.xmu.edu.cn/conf2026/iff/

Important Dates:

Paper Submission Deadline: October 8, 2026

Notification of Acceptance: October 15, 2026

Onsite Registration: October 30, 2026

Conference Dates: October 31-November 1, 2026 

Venue:
College of Economics, Xiamen University, Xiamen, China

Contact Persons:

·For academic inquiries:

Jiayi Wen (wenjy@xmu.edu.cn)

Yang Yue (shananyueyang1@gmail.com)

Jialiang Zhu (jialiang@xmu.edu.cn)

·For logistical assistance:

Xiling Chen (chenxiling@xmu.edu.cn)

We look forward to your participation in this unique opportunity to engage with a vibrant community of researchers and policy experts.