#faculty
Miwa Hirono廣野 美和
Professor / Associate Dean
Ph.D. in International Relations, Australian National University
Email : hirono-1 [at] fc.ritsumei.ac.jp (Replace "[at]" with "@")
Office Location : AC5306
Education History /
Work Experience
2007 PhD in International Relations
2008 RCUK Research Fellow, University of Nottingham
2015 Associate Professor, College of International Relations, Ritsumeikan University
2019 Associate Professor, College of Global Liberal Arts, Ritsumeikan University
2022 Professor, College of Global Liberal Arts, Ritsumeikan University
Specialization /
Research Interests
Research keywords
Global China Studies, International Relations, global govenance, peacebuilding, aid and investment, humanitarian assistance, Sino-Japan Relations
Specialization / Research Interests
My research specialization focuses on China’s international relations with emphasis on several key areas. These include peacebuilding, aid and investment mechanisms particularly through initiatives like the Belt and Road, and humanitarian assistance in crisis contexts. I examine China's engagement in the Global South, analyzing how Chinese foreign policy operates in the Global South, and how various actors in the Global South interact with Chinese actors. By engaging in these questions, my work explores the implications of China’s presence in global governance and international development.
Message to Students
What do you think the world will look like in the future? International relations might sound complicated, but it is actually about how countries and people interact with each other—and this affects our daily lives more than you might think. Understanding international relations will be important no matter what career you choose. I have worked and done research in many countries in the Global South, and I want to share what I have learnt with you. GLA students come from many different backgrounds, and this diversity will make our classes exciting and full of new ideas. Together, we will learn how to work with others collaboratively and think creatively, empowering you to thrive in an uncertain world.