Boston University, with the help of Brandeis and Northeastern University, have organized this international conference on China’s maritime history.

Boston University and its Center for the Study of Asia have joined forces with Brandeis and Northeastern University to organize an upcoming international conference on the history of maritime China between the 16th and 20th century, entitled Binding Maritime China: Control, Evasion, and Interloping.” Given the importance of maritime East and Southeast Asia as a crucible of conflict and cooperation today, this timely gathering of major senior and innovative junior scholars will offer a deep historical perspective on the formation of the region and its social, economic and religious dynamics.

Please visit the website of the conference for detailed information, program, and abstracts. The conference is free and open to the public.