Broadly speaking, his substantive research interests include global and transnational sociology, economic sociology, political sociology, and East Asian societies. First, he is intrigued by intensified institutionalization of global norms and governance. His research examines the causes and mechanisms driving global efforts to institutionalize norms and governance. Second, Min is interested in novel changes in the world economy, especially fundamental transformations of global market networks. Third, Min maintains a long-time interest in East Asian societies. A prominent trend in today’s international system is the so-called “complex interdependence”—states and societies across countries are intricately connected, and multiple channels of action between societies are used in international relations.