International Law Empowers the Public to Think Independently | My China, My Story

Chongqing- He Qin is a lecturer of the School of International Law in the Southwest University of Political Science and Law, and a researcher of the China-ASEAN Legal Research Center and the Southwest Institute of Ocean & Natural Resources Law. In this episode of Faces of Chongqing, let's hear her understanding and interpretations of international law as a teacher.

In 2009, He Qin went to Ghent University in Belgium to study for a doctorate, during which she worked briefly at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, which opened up her international vision and laid the foundation for her future international teaching career. From the day she went abroad, she was unequivocal that she would go back to China one day. "I studied international law, and the place where it can be practiced is our own country." He Qin said.

In the past seven years, she has witnessed more and more international students coming to China to study and communicate. In her mind, international law is like a bridge that allows Chinese students to understand the world and allows international students to understand China.

China is becoming more international than ever before. Under this background, He Qin believes that international law is also becoming more and more important. "For the general public, International law helps them avoid being misled by the media when they are exposed to international affairs and news. In other words, let them have the ability to think and understand it independently."

As a lecturer of international law, He Qin loves her profession, and she knows that she has to shoulder the responsibility of teaching and solving puzzles. In the future, she hopes to continue to help young people and spread the voice of China to the world.