Beihang University convened its 2026 Annual Work Conference on March 2. The event was held simultaneously across Beijing and Hangzhou, utilizing a hybrid format combining a main venue with a parallel session.

The main venue at the Sunrise Concert Hall on Xueyuan Road Campus

The parallel session at the Hangzhou International Campus

The conference was attended by Zhao Changlu, Secretary of the CPC Beihang University Committee, Wang Yunpeng, President of Beihang University, and other university leadership members; representatives of academicians; members of the University Committee, the Discipline Inspection Committee, the University Academic Committee, the University Affairs Committee, the Teaching Steering Committee, and the Teaching Supervision Group; deputies to the National People's Congress and members of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference at various levels; representatives from non-CPC political parties, non-affiliates, and the Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese; administrative personnel at level six and above; primary discipline leaders; and faculty representatives. The conference was presided over by Deputy Party Secretaries Liu Shuchun and Cheng Bo.

President Wang Yunpeng delivered the 2026 University Work Report on behalf of the university, titled "Deepening Reforms, Integrating Development: Forging Beihang's Path to a World-Class University with Chinese Characteristics." The report reviewed the university's achievements during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, conducted an in-depth analysis of the current development landscape, and comprehensively outlined priorities for 2026.

Wang Yunpeng delivers the report

The report noted that throughout the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the entire university community has embraced the new development stage, implemented new development concepts, and actively integrated into the new development paradigm. Beihang's key institutional performance indicators have consistently ranked among the top tier of domestic universities, laying a solid foundation for firmly establishing itself among the world's top universities and striving toward the forefront of global higher education.

"Serving national strategic needs is an inherent responsibility of a world-class university," Wang Yunpeng stated. Benchmarking against world-class institutions, the report thoroughly analyzed the shortcomings and weaknesses that must be addressed as Beihang advances toward joining the ranks of world-class universities and competing at the forefront. It underscored the necessity of a three-pronged approach: addressing shortcomings through organized efforts to enhance academic leadership, leveraging existing strengths to systematically improve the capacity to serve national imperatives, and fostering new growth areas to strengthen the entire chain of technology transfer. By deepening reforms across all sectors, Beihang aims to forge a distinctive "Beihang Path" to becoming a world-class university with Chinese characteristics.

Wang Yunpeng declared 2026 as Beihang's "Year of Deepening Reform." He called upon all faculty, staff, and students to anchor their efforts on the strategic goal of entering the ranks of world-class universities, demonstrating Beihang's commitment to accelerating the development of a leading nation in education, science and technology, and human resources.

During the conference, attendees held in-depth discussions centered on the conference theme, focusing on the 2026 University Work Report. They aligned themselves with the specific tasks and conducted extensive exchanges drawing on their own practical work. Representatives of each group then reported their discussion results to the conference.

Panel discussions

All attendees agreed that the 2026 University Work Report is forward-looking, rich in content, focused in priorities, and proposes effective measures. Facing new circumstances and requirements, all faculty, staff, and students of the university will advance and implement the arrangements laid out in the report in tandem with the 15th Five-Year Plan, striving to create a new chapter of high-quality development for the university through solid reform achievements.

The conference reviewed and approved the 2026 University Work Report and the 2025 University Financial Work Report.

Remarks by group representatives

At the conference, the outstanding schools and departments in the 2025 annual assessment were commended. Party Secretary Zhao Changlu and President Wang Yunpeng presented awards to the recipients.

Zhao Changlu and Wang Yunpeng present awards to the recipients

Party Secretary Zhao Changlu delivered a concluding speech entitled "Consolidating Efforts, Deepening Reforms: Advancing the 15th Five-Year Plan with Fine Work Style." On behalf of the University Party Committee, he paid high tribute to all faculty and staff who have worked diligently for the development of the university.

Zhao Changlu delivers a concluding speech

Zhao Changlu pointed out that 2026 marks the first year of the 15th Five-Year Plan period. It is also a crucial year for the university to plan the new round of "Double First-Class" initiative and accelerate its progress toward building a world-class university. He put forward three requirements for the implementation of key tasks in 2026: first, uphold and strengthen the overall leadership of the Party, and advance the development of a world-class university from a high-level perspective; second, stay focused on priorities, pursue systematic integration and practical results to promote a systematic leap in educational capabilities; third, strive for excellence through practical action, and earnestly implement all tasks with fine work style.

Zhao Changlu stressed that turning the vision of a world-class university into reality requires a sound and upright political environment as a guarantee. It is essential to fulfill the political responsibilities, and advance the full and rigorous governance over the Party with higher standards and more concrete measures.

In the new year, Zhao Changlu called upon the entire university community to firm up confidence, maintain high morale, and ensure a successful start to the university's 15th Five-Year Plan through dedicated and practical efforts. He urged the university to accelerate the development towards a world-class university with Chinese characteristics, and make greater contributions to building a strong nation and realizing national rejuvenation through Chinese-style modernization.

Editors: Lyu Xingyun, Liu Tingting