This article explores the mission and challenges of the foreign language discipline in the context of the new era, analyzes its existing problems, and proposes the necessity and pathways for constructing an autonomous knowledge system and achieving transformation.

1 Guided by the Concept of Mutual Learning Among Civilizations: Constructing a Science of Language and Civilization

Guided by the concept of mutual learning among civilizations, this section discusses the necessity, connotations, and pathways for constructing a science of language and civilization. It points out the shortcomings of the foreign language discipline in the research of mutual learning among civilizations, the limitations of Western theories, and the lack of systematic domestic research. As an interdisciplinary field, the science of language and civilization studies the interconstructive relationship between language and civilization, encompassing six key research areas. Its theoretical framework includes three core theories. The disciplinary development path adopts a gradual strategy, promoting talent cultivation and academic exchanges to form an independent disciplinary system.

2 Guided by the Theory of Chinese Modernization: Constructing Governance Linguistics

This section discusses the necessity, connotations, and pathways for constructing governance linguistics guided by the theory of Chinese modernization. It first points out that language governance is an important component of national governance modernization. Faced with numerous practical challenges, Western theories cannot meet China's needs, making the construction of governance linguistics with Chinese characteristics of great significance. It then elaborates that governance linguistics is an interdisciplinary field studying the relationship between language and governance, covering five key research areas. Finally, it proposes the theoretical framework and disciplinary development path for governance linguistics, including core theories, balancing theory and practice, interdisciplinary integration, and talent cultivation.

3 Guided by the Great Spirit of the War of Resistance: Constructing Yan'an Translatology

Guided by the great spirit of the War of Resistance, this section explores the necessity, connotations, and framework for constructing Yan'an Translatology. Based on the translation practices of the Yan'an period, Yan'an Translatology aims to break free from dependence on Western theories and provide insights for the development of contemporary translation theory. Its core essence is the close integration of translation activities with revolutionary practice, featuring distinct theoretical characteristics such as adhering to the correct political direction and a clear audience orientation. The construction of the Yan'an Translatology system includes theories like translation for revolutionary purposes and translation standards for revolution. Key research areas encompass the collation of historical documents from Yan'an, the construction of a theoretical system, integration with contemporary practice, and cultivating politically qualified translation talents.