Yi Wu——A City Built on Market

Yi Wu, located in central Zhe Jiang Province on China’s southeast coast, 300 kilometers away from Shanghai, has a total area of 1105 square kilometers and a population of 2.2 million. It is reputed to be an international center for small commodity circulation, demonstration and     

The Delimitation of East China Sea Continental Shelf:Sino-Japanese Disputes from the Perspective of International Law

The East China Sea which covers a total area of 750,000 square kilometers is a semi-closed sea lying between the eastern coast of China's mainland and the Pacific Ocean, bounded on the west by China, on the east by the Kyushu and the Ryukyu Islands of Japan, and on the north by Jichu Island of the Republic of Korea (ROK) and the Yellow Sea, and connected with the South China Sea by the Taiwan Strait on     

Ningxia''''s Overall Vision for Implementation of the Strategy of Developing Western China

Situated in the landlocked northwest of China, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region is one of the country's five provincial-level autono-mous regions of ethnic minorities. With an area of 52,200 square kilometers, Ningxia is home to a population of 5.43 million, around one third of which are ethnic Hui, who number 1.87 million. Geographically, the Region consists of two large sections of plain and mountainous areas. Occupying 41% of the Region's territory, the plain in the north is among the coun…     

Enormous Achievements in Poverty Alleviation in Shaanxi Province

I. About the Province of Shaanxi and the effort of poverty alleviation
Shaanxi Province is located in the middle part of the hinterland of China with a land area of 205,800 square kilometers. Among its total population of 37.62 million, 22.739 million are in rural areas. There are 10 cities and the Yangling Agriculture High-Tech Area directly under the provincial administration, 107 counties （or districts）, 1,745 townships （or communities）, and 27,494 villages with administrative structures.     

Basic Information of Xingtang County

<正>Xingtang County is located in the southwest of China’s Hebei Province,240 kilometers from Beijing.Covering an area of 1,025 square kilometers,Xingtang is divided into 4 towns,11 townships and 1 provincial level economic development zone.There are altogether 330     

Creating a Peaceful and Stable Neighboring Environment

China is a country with the most neighboring countries in the world. China＇s land borders total more than 22,000 kilometers in length; its mainland coastline stretches for some 18,000 kilometers; and it shares common borders with 14 countries. Including countries separated by stretches of sea, China has approximately 30 neighboring countries. Owning to tremendous differences in history, culture, ethnicity, religion, social system,     

Latin America in Transition and Its International Status

There are presently 33 independent countries and 12 regions that have not yet acquired independence in Latin America. They include Mexico, Central America, Caribbean region, and South America. With abundant natural resources, the land covers an area of 20. 7 mil- lion square kilometers, 13. 8% of the world's total land and has a popu- lation of 540 million, over 8. 7% of the world's total. Since the late 18th century and the early 19th century around when the Latin Ameri- can states succes…     

Cooperation in the South China Sea Under International Law

Because oceans are inherently shifting and open, all coastal countries are concerned with the effective management and rational use of. For countries that border an enclosed or semi-enclosed sea, maritime cooperation is of vital necessity. In areas of enclosed or semi-enclosed seas, the activities of a single coastal country often produce effects on the whole sea area.     

The Three Faces of Power

Power is not a matter of simple strength, but a complicated social relationship. The investigation of the current status and development of U.S. power must be put into a specific world political relationship. At present, the economic base of American power＇s first face （that of winning conflict） is fading slowly compared to that of the emerging powers. American power＇s second face （that of limiting alternatives） is currently facing challenges, and the Obama administration is attempting to stabilize or even expand power in this area. Finally, for a long period of time, The third face of power （that of shaping normality） will continue to be dominated by the U.S. and European countries.     

Enhance China-Japan Cooperation in Energy-saving and Environmental Protection

Under the background of spreading international financial crisis, it is highly necessary to enhance China-Japan cooperation, especially in the fields of energy saving.and environmental protection. Japan is a developed country and has accumulated a lot of technology and experience in energy saving and environmental protection, which can serve as references for developing countries like China. Therefore, there is great potential for China and Japan to step up cooperation in this area.     

China-Australia Minerals and Energy Cooperation:Status Quo,New Features and Suggestions

Minerals and resources trade and investment play a pivotal role in economic and trade relations between China and Australia.In recent years,although China-Australia political relations have been at a low point,China?Australia minerals and energy cooperation has exhibited a different trend to that of political relations,and also from the engagement during previous periods.Minerals and energy trade has increased steadily,while investment is becoming more difficult,particularly for large projects.There has been a clear green transition in trade and investment in this functional area,and uncertainty has increased due to the influence of factors such as the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI),the shale gas revolution and China-US trade disputes.Because this is one of the pillars for economic growth for both countries,and for their trade and investment ties,and because of the importance of low-carbon transition,the free trade system,and global and regional governance,minerals and energy cooperation can serve as a platform for improving and promoting bilateral relations.It has been suggested that China should seize the opportunity to improve bilateral relations by deepening two-way investment,joining hands with Australia on developing more products in more areas,and with new cooperation models.This research will be significant for understanding the status quo of China-Australia cooperation in minerals and energy,and for improving bilateral relations,and even international energy governance.     

Tackling Climate ChangeA—Scientific View of Development

Climate change, in particular global warming, has devastating consequences. Tropical storms and other natural disasters are increasing, and the rise in sea levels is forcing the evacuation of large coastal-living populations. Climate change has become a national security issue and a matter for international cooperation and negotiation.     

The Rise of Asian Defense Diplomacy： Convergence or Divergence in Sino-Australian Security Relations？

The rise of multilateral defense diplomacy in Asia is an important new phenomenon.In addition to the newly established ADMM+ process and the Shangri-La Dialogue(SLD) ,ASEAN defense ministers,ASEAN chiefs of defense and ASEAN chiefs of intelligence are now all meeting on a regular basis.Such gatherings were almost unthinkable as recently as a decade ago.This paper seeks to interpret these developments and their implications for the Sino-Australian security relationship.It argues that while these recent developments appear to reflect a deepening of Asian security cooperation,they are actually a manifestation of an intensifying institutional competition,namely between the ASEAN-centered ADMM and the Western-backed SLD.This,in turn,is symptomatic of a broader institutional contestation——reflecting underlying strategic competition——which is becoming a distinctive feature of Asia’s emerging security ‘architecture.’ The paper goes on to argue that China and Australia find themselves on opposite sides of this competition and,particularly in the area of defense diplomacy,are likely to become increasingly important players in fuelling it.The paper concludes by observing why such a dynamic is potentially problematic and offers a modest set of policy recommendations designed to assist Beijing and Canberra in addressing and alleviating their competitive tendencies.     

Views of China and Europe on the New Order of the World

The 7^th Sino-German Security Dialogue Seminar is focused on ＂China, Europe and a new world order＂. Our discussions should include the world order in general, as well as in-depth exchanges on specific issues in the area of international relations that both countries deem important. I want to get to the point directly by stating a basic point： although many factors in the international politics continue to change, as old challenges still exist and new challenges keep cropping up, there still remains a cornerstone for the world order, which is the Unites Nations. This is a starting point very close to the real politics： we must advance the international politics within current structure, and I would like to stress that such international politics must be international politics for peace.     

Getting China Right： The Chinese World Order and Asia-Pacific Regional Integration

Is a rising China good for the stability and integration of the Asia-Pacific region？ The dominant point of view in the Western world is a resounding no. However, that realist point of view, based on the very different experiences of Europe, is not appropriate in the Asia-Pacific context. Area studies are a useful tool to achieve a better understanding of the Asia-Pacific situation. This paper attempts to prove that a rising China will be good for the stability and integration of the Asia-Pacific region through the lens of historical, economic and security analyses. First, history shows that once China is strong and stable, order of the Asia-Pacific region is preserved. Second, with China＇s economic cooperation with neighboring countries, especially after its entry into the World Trade Organization （WTO）, China＇s economic integration with the Asia-Pacific region has been enhanced. Third, regional security has been assured by a peaceful and strong China. Finally, the paper comes to the conclusion that a stable and strong China is beneficial for the overall stability and integration of the Asia-Pacific region.     

The Role and Function of Xinjiang in Sub-regional Cooperation around Afghanistan

Xinjiang is the only Chinese territory that neighbors Afghanistan.It plays a special and important role and function in sub-regional cooperation around Afghanistan. Sub-regional Cooperation around Afghanistan Afghanistan is located in the hinterland of the Eurasian continent in the China,South Asia and Central Asia region.It is not only the vital communication hub of Eurasia and the Middle East,but also the necessary route for major powers moving west and east,or travelling up and down from north to south.Its geographic location is very important.Throughout history,a series of international actions,measures,mechanisms and planning projects have combined,with little success,to attempt to complete regional cooperation around or through Afghanistan.The key issue is the lack of a unified platform for cooperation that considers the needs and interests of all parties.     

Reflections on Maritime Parmership： Building the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road

The ＂Silk Road＂ is a general term used to geographically describe ancient Chinese exchanges between Asia, Europe and Africa in the areas of politics, economics and culture. Starting on land and developing on sea, the ＂Silk Road＂ is a vehicle of historic importance for the dissemination of culture. The ancient maritime Silk Road was developed under political and economic backgrounds and was the result of cooperative efforts from ancestors of both the East and West. China＇s proposal to build a 21st Century Maritime Silk Road is aimed at exploring the unique values and concepts of the ancient road, enriching it with new meaning for the present era and actively developing economic partnerships with countries situated along the route. Specifically, the proposal seeks to further integrate current cooperation in order to achieve positive effects.     

An Analysis of the Indian Modi Administration's Policy on the South China Sea Issue

Geographically,India is not a country in the region of the South China Sea,nor is it a country concerned in the issue on a geopolitical level or a US ally in the Asia-Pacific region.It has been very cautious to avoid taking sides in the South China Sea issue.However,since Modi took office in 2014,changes have taken place in the external environment that India faces,in maritime safety strategy,as well as in India's policies toward the US and China.India is becoming increasingly active in the issue of the South China Sea,voicing criticism and taking precautions against China.While India's policy on the South China Sea will not be completely the same as that of the United States and Japan,due to concerns for its own interests in the future,it is quite possible that India will take advantage of the issue of the South China Sea and will adopt more comprehensive ways to get involved in the issue.     

Strategic Impact of Brexit

Following Brexit, major changes are expected in the UK, the EU, and the relationship between the two, with far-reaching strategic effects on international politics that may develop truly unexpected aspects.Beyond the near-term challenges, the UK is likely to face new developmental opportunities in the long run. The internal power balance in the EU will undergo major changes, possibly leading to progress in diplomacy and defense but with increased internal suspicions, leading to a series of new contradictions. Regardless of its success, Brexit will long trouble the EU. A troubled UK may come to resent the EU, but it is also possible that a well-developed UK will create a development model that is different from those of the EU member states, setting an example for other members considering revaluating their relationship to the EU. The resulting instability may even change it to a free trade area. The UK is an important country, with global influence. Changes in UK-EU relations will have profound geopolitical consequences, and we can expect great changes in UK-American, European-American, UK-Russian, and European-Russian relations and larger relations between East and West. The competition and cooperation among major countries will gain complexity. Due to its close relationships with the UK and the EU, China will also be extensively and profoundly affected.     

Russia-Georgia Conflict and Beyond

Yet another Post 9/11 historical event indicating a significant turning point in the Post-Cold War era, Russia-Georgia conflict represents a remarkable change in the international strategy of a resurgent Russia. It also signifies that former Soviet republics are still groping for a new identity and that a new round of realignment will persist in the vast Eurasia region. The conflict reveals declining U.S. global control, flawed European integration, and NATO embarrassment. To a certain extent, it exposes chaos brought about by international nonpolarity and world governance vacuum. It also highlights what serious consequences can a double standard inflict on the principles of international law. A reasonable arrangement for global security and economic growth is therefore challenging the resolve and wisdom of international strategists. Actually fierce geopolitical rivalry for energy resources is at work behind the Russia-Georgia conflict. This will further compound the international energy strategic environment.