This is the 26th conference, and for the first time in its history since 1983, the conference is being held online. On behalf of the conference organizers, I would like to thank you all for your participation.
The theme of this year’s conference is “Adapting to the New Normal: Perspectives and Policy Challenges after the COVID-19 Pandemic.” More than a year has passed since the outbreak of the pandemic, during which time it has caused enormous loss and damage to people all over the world.