The journal started publication in December 2015 in response to the “Innovative Sinology Studies Program” initiated by Confucius Institute Headquarters (Hanban). It is a semi-annual journal funded by Hanban. It aims to keeps readers up to date with China’s social, cultural, and language development; enhance international cultural communication; promote Chinese language and culture; and, introduce Confucius Institute construction. Its content covers a wide range of subjects, including sinology; linguistics; culture communication; sociology; international affairs; and, economics and politics.