The Department focuses on regional cooperation and security affairs of East Asia. Its research area includes political, economic, military situation and foreign policy of ASEAN, Japan, DPRK, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand. China's relationship with countries in the region is also covered. Special attention has been paid to security situation on Korea peninsular and Northeast Asia area. The Department also provides policy analysis and recommendations
Director: Dr.Liu Qing Tel: 86-10-85119583