Chapter I · General Principles
Article 1
The full name of CEAIE is China Education Association for International Exchange (hereinafter referred to as CEAIE).
Article 2
Nature of CEAIE:
CEAIE is a nationwide non-profit social entity in China conducting international educational exchanges.
Article 3
Mission Statement:
CEAIE is fully committed to:
- Implementing the strategy of invigorating the country through science, technology, and education
- Meeting the needs of China’s modernization
- Developing exchanges and cooperation between the Chinese educational community and the rest of the world
- Promoting advancement in education, culture, science, and technology
- Strengthening understanding and friendship among peoples of all countries and regions
Article 4
CEAIE is registered with the Ministry of Civil Affairs, registration number 0717.
Article 5
Mailing Address:
China Education Association for International Exchange
No. 37 Damucang Hutong, Xi’Dan
Beijing 100816, P.R. China
Office Location:
Yifu Conference Center
160 Fuxingmen Nei Dajie
Beijing 100031, P.R. China
Chapter II · Fields of Operation
Article 6
CEAIE engages in the following fields of operation:
- Promoting contact, exchange, and cooperation among schools at home and abroad
- Conducting educational talent training with foreign institutions
- Organizing bilateral and multilateral international conferences, symposia, and exhibitions
- Undertaking education programs sponsored by overseas institutions
- Recruiting foreign teachers to teach in China
- Organizing international scholars, educators, and students to visit and study in China
- Facilitating Chinese teachers teaching or training abroad
- Organizing overseas study visits for Chinese educators
- Providing consulting services on overseas education
- Compiling and publishing key publications on Chinese education
- Raising funds for CEAIE
- Coordinating educational activities of local chapters and member organizations
Chapter III · Membership
Article 7
CEAIE accepts institutional members.
Article 8
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Agree with the Charter of CEAIE
- Willingly undertake tasks assigned by CEAIE
- Play active roles in education and related fields
Article 9
Membership Admission Procedure:
- Submit application documents to the Secretariat
- Review and verification by the Standing Committee
- Approval by the President
- Issuance of membership certificate by the Secretariat
Article 10
Rights of Members:
- Right to elect, vote, and stand for election
- Participation in CEAIE activities
- Priority access to CEAIE services
- Right to make suggestions and supervise operations
- Freedom to terminate membership
Article 11
Duties of Members:
- Implement CEAIE policies and resolutions
- Safeguard CEAIE’s legal rights and interests
- Fulfill assigned missions
- Pay membership fees on time
- Provide relevant data and information
Article 12
Members wishing to terminate membership must notify the Secretariat in writing and return certificates.
Failure to pay fees, participate in activities, or fulfill obligations for one calendar year will be regarded as automatic secession.
Article 13
Members violating the Charter shall be expelled upon approval of the Standing Committee.
Chapter IV · Organizational Structure and Leadership
Article 14
The General Assembly (Member Representative Assembly) is the highest authority of CEAIE. Its functions include:
- Amending the Charter
- Electing and changing Council members
- Reviewing reports, budgets, and plans
- Electing honorary Presidents and advisors
- Setting membership fees
- Deciding major issues
Article 15
The Assembly is valid with 2/3 attendance.
Resolutions pass with more than half of votes.
Article 16
Each term lasts five years.
One extension is allowed, not exceeding one year.
Article 17
CEAIE establishes a Council, elected by the Assembly and accountable to it.
Article 18
Functions of the Council:
- Execute Assembly resolutions
- Elect and dismiss leadership
- Prepare Assembly meetings
- Decide membership matters
- Establish branches and offices
- Supervise administration and funds
- Decide major issues
Article 19
Council meetings are held every 2–3 years; special meetings may be conducted by mail or email.
Article 20
A Standing Committee is established, meeting legal quorum with 2/3 attendance and approval by 2/3 votes.
Article 21
Standing Committee meets once or twice annually.
Article 22
Leadership Qualifications:
- Compliance with state laws
- Prestige in education
- Under 70 years old
- Good health and competence
- No criminal record
- Full civil capacity
Article 23
Leadership tenure is five years, with a maximum of two consecutive terms.
Article 24
The Secretary-General is the legal representative and may not hold the same role in other organizations.
Article 25
Responsibilities of the President:
- Preside over meetings
- Inspect resolution implementation
- Represent CEAIE externally
- Approve funding use
- Submit reports and plans
- Approve membership and appointments
Article 26
Responsibilities of the Secretary-General:
- Manage daily operations
- Implement annual plans and budgets
- Coordinate Secretariat and members
- Nominate deputies and department heads
- Manage staff recruitment
- Administer funds
Chapter V · Assets Management
Article 27
Revenue Sources:
- Membership fees
- Donations
- Service income
- Interest
- Project overheads
Article 28
Membership fees are collected according to state regulations.
Article 29
Revenues must be used within the Charter’s scope.
Article 30
CEAIE shall maintain accurate and complete accounting records.
Article 31
CEAIE shall employ a certified public accountant with proper separation of duties.
Article 32
CEAIE assets are subject to state financial supervision and auditing.
Article 33
Leadership changes require mandatory auditing.
Article 34
CEAIE assets must not be misappropriated.
Article 35
CEAIE is financially independent and self-sufficient.
Chapter VI · Charter Revision
Article 36
Charter revisions must be reviewed by the Council and approved by the Assembly.
Article 37
Approved revisions require state registration approval.
Chapter VII · Termination and Asset Disposal
Article 38
Termination proposals must be initiated by the Standing Committee.
Article 39
Termination must be approved by the Council and Ministry of Education.
Article 40
Liquidation must be completed under official guidance.
Article 41
CEAIE is terminated upon registration cancellation.
Article 42
Remaining assets shall support organizations with similar missions.
Chapter VIII · Supplementary Articles
Article 43
The Council reserves the right to interpret this Charter.
Article 44
This Charter has been reviewed and approved by the Ministry of Civil Affairs.
