The Xinjiang–Central Asia Institute for Economic and Environmental Studies (CAIEES, “the Institute”) values the protection of personal information relating to visitors, partners and other individuals. In website operations, academic exchange, research collaboration and related professional services, it processes information lawfully, fairly, necessarily and in good faith, and endeavours to take appropriate security measures.
This policy describes how information may be collected, used, retained and protected when you visit this website, contact the Institute, participate in collaboration or exchange, or use related services. Access or use indicates that you are aware of and understand this policy.
1. Scope
This policy applies to the Institute’s official website and directly related collection and processing of information. It does not apply to third-party websites or services linked here; their own privacy rules govern their information handling.
2. Information we may collect
You can generally browse public content without actively providing identifying information. Where needed, the Institute may collect information you voluntarily submit, including your name, affiliation, position, email address, telephone number, correspondence and other information supplied in contact, collaboration applications, academic exchange, data requests or other interactions.
For operations and basic security, the website may automatically log visit times, pages visited, referring pages, browser type, device information, IP addresses and other log data. These are mainly used for maintenance, security monitoring, traffic analysis and operational improvements.
3. How information is used
Information is primarily processed to respond to enquiries and contact requests; manage collaboration, research exchange and professional matters; maintain website operations and security; improve content and services; perform necessary administration relating to the Institute’s work, academic activities and research collaboration; and fulfil other legal obligations.
The Institute endeavours to keep use directly related to the purpose of collection and to avoid processing beyond what is reasonably necessary.
4. Sharing and disclosure
As a general rule, the Institute does not sell, rent or improperly provide personal information to unrelated third parties. It does not proactively disclose information you provide except with your express consent; as reasonably necessary to communicate with partners to deliver collaboration, exchange or services you requested; to comply with laws, judicial procedures, administrative requirements or other legally binding demands; or as necessary and appropriate to protect the lawful interests of the Institute, website users or others.
When third parties support research collaboration, technical maintenance or website management, the Institute endeavours to require appropriate confidentiality obligations for information they access and to strengthen oversight within reasonable limits.
5. Retention
Information is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes stated here, unless laws or regulations require otherwise or collaboration reasonably requires a different period. At the end of that period, the Institute will, as appropriate, delete or anonymize the information or otherwise terminate its continued use.
6. Information security
The Institute takes information security seriously and will adopt management and technical measures suited to its size, the website’s functions and the nature of processing, seeking to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss or damage. Internet transmission and information systems are not completely secure, and no transmission or storage process can be guaranteed entirely risk-free. Users should also protect their devices and communication environment.
7. Cookies and related technologies
The website may use cookies or similar technologies to support operation, improve browsing or provide basic traffic statistics. Cookies generally do not directly identify your real identity but may help recognize preferences and usage. You can manage or disable them in your browser settings, although this may affect some functions.
8. Information about minors
The website is primarily intended for institutional users, research collaborators and adult visitors capable of exercising appropriate judgment. The Institute does not generally target minors or actively collect their personal information. If a guardian finds that a minor has supplied information without consent, they may contact the Institute, which will address the matter promptly after verification.
9. Your rights
To the extent permitted by applicable law, you may request access, correction, supplementation or deletion of information processed by the Institute, or withdraw consent. Reasonable requests will be handled after identity verification and assessment of the circumstances. Immediate and complete fulfilment may not be possible where laws provide otherwise, legal obligations must be met, or other legitimate reasons exist.
10. Policy updates
The Institute may update this policy to reflect website operations, organizational activities, legal changes or management needs. Updated versions are published here and take effect on publication. Visitors will be alerted appropriately to significant changes.
11. Contact
For questions about this policy or information handling, contact the Institute using the contact details published on the website.