1June, 898 1 1 day, Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty officially announced the reform. It is emphasized in the imperial edict that "Shi Jing University Hall is advocated by all provinces, especially it should be held first ... in order to cultivate more talents and help the times". On July 3rd, Guangxu approved the Charter of Shi Jing University drafted by Liang Qichao, which was the earliest educational system outline of modern higher education in China.