
By Professor Xu Hong
When discussing the challenges of modern state governance, people often overlook the wisdom that transcends time and space. The Acropolis in Athens and the Confucius’ Family Mansion in Qufu – both dating back to the 5th century BCE – embody the political philosophies of ancient Greece and China, respectively. Their enduring insights continue to enlighten us in addressing contemporary governance dilemmas. Exploring these twin origins of