the institute of politics and policy synthesizes a plethora of disciplinary theories and methodologies, ranging from public economics, political economy to policy process, public management, and behavioral studies. it focuses on groundbreaking theoretical and empirical research within critical public policy domains, addressing governance challenges that emerge amidst national reform and development. the institute contributes strategic counsel and policy analysis to facilitate national progress and drives theoretical advancements in public policy research through a blend of innovative policy practice in china and comprehensive international collaboration. its primary research topics encompass an array of subjects such as: policy process theory, governance theory, policy evaluation, policy innovation and diffusion, science and technology policy, industrial policy, environmental policy, energy policy, urban policy and governance, rural policy and governance, economic and regional development, fiscal and financial policy, social policy, as well as the governance of digital transformation and artificial intelligence technologies.