From August 19 to 22, 2024, the 7th World Congress of Game Theory Society was successfully held at the National School of Development (NSD), Peking University, at the Chengze Garden. The event was hosted by the Game Theory Society, organized by NSD, Peking University, and supported academically by the China Information Economics Society and the Operations Research Society of China.
The opening ceremony took place at 9 a.m. on August 19, marking the grand commencement of the Congress. Distinguished guests at the ceremony included Jiang Guohua, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Committee of Peking University; Matthew Jackson, former President of the Game Theory Society; Michihiro Kandori, current President of the Game Theory Society; Gabrielle Demange, President-elect of the Game Theory Society; and Huang Yiping, Dean of the NSD. Also in attendance were Chu Xiaobo, Director of the Social Sciences Department of Peking University; Cui Zhe, Deputy Director of the International Cooperation Department of Peking University; renowned game theory scholar Ariel Rubinstein, as well as nearly 400 leading scholars, members of the Game Theory Society, and registered participants from around the world. The event showcased a star-studded lineup of the world’s top game theory experts. The opening ceremony was hosted by Lei Xiaoyan, Chair of the Academic Committee of NSD.
Following the ceremony, Michihiro Kandori, current President of the Game Theory Society and Professor at the University of Tokyo, delivered the keynote speech titled "How to Use AI for Game Theoretic Research".
During the four-day congress, five keynote speeches, nine parallel invited lectures, and 300 paper presentations selected from nearly 1,000 submissions were held at the Chengze Garden. Experts and scholars from around the globe shared their latest research findings and cutting-edge developments in the field of game theory.
The presentations covered multiple branches of game theory, including economics, mathematics, management, computer science, and biology, offering a wealth of ideas and methods for interdisciplinary research. In addition to Professor Michihiro Kandori's keynote speech at the opening, other keynote addresses included:
Speakers and presenters included scholars from prestigious international universities such as Harvard University, Yale University, Stanford University, Oxford University, Cambridge University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Chicago, Cornell University, University of Toronto, Toulouse School of Economics, Université de Paris, University of Melbourne, National University of Singapore, Saint Petersburg State University, University of Tokyo, and Waseda University. They engaged in academic exchanges and intellectual discussions with researchers from mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan.
The congress officially concluded on August 22. Many of the keynote speakers were editors of leading international academic journals or influential scholars with a global impact, and several were mid-career scholars active at the forefront of game theory, representing the latest trends in the field. The congress provided Chinese game theory scholars with an invaluable opportunity to gain insight into international research trends and broaden their perspectives. It also showcased the achievements and strength of China's game theory research, offering a platform for Chinese scholars to connect with leading international experts and explore collaborations. This was truly a milestone event.
As Professor Jiang Guohua, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Committee of Peking University, stated in his opening speech, "Science knows no borders, and humanity is one family, sharing common interests and concerns. Scholars from all over the world should join hands in advancing scientific progress and fostering warmer communication and cooperation between individuals and organizations."
About the Game Theory Society and the World Congress of Game Theory Society
The World Congress of Game Theory Society is initiated and organized by the Game Theory Society.
Founded in 1999, the Game Theory Society is the most authoritative academic organization in the field of game theory and microeconomic theory. It is dedicated to promoting research, teaching, and application in game theory and related areas. The society was co-founded in 1999 by two prominent experts in game theory, Nobel Laureates in Economics Robert Aumann and Ehud Kalai. The society's two official journals, Games and Economic Behavior and International Journal of Game Theory , are highly influential and widely respected in the international academic community.
The World Congress of the Game Theory Society is held every four years and has already been successfully held six times. It is universally recognized as the most authoritative and large-scale academic event in the fields of game theory, microeconomic theory, management science, and related disciplines.
All previous congresses were held in Europe and North America, making this the first time the event has taken place in Asia. The National School of Development at Peking University successfully bid to host the 7th World Congress of Game Theory Society in 2021, signifying the global recognition and validation of China's advancements in game theory research in recent years. The Game Theory Society also expressed hope that this congress would serve as an opportunity to showcase the level of game theory research in Asia to scholars worldwide.
Hosting this congress in China enhances the interaction and exchange between top scholars from around the world and Chinese scholars and professionals in related applied fields, further promoting the development of game theory in China. Organizing such a significant international academic event also facilitates international exchange and communication through academic collaboration, allowing participants from across the globe to gain a deeper understanding of China.
