2007： Nonproliferation and Sino-American Relations

Since 1990s, Sino-American relations in the area of nonproliferation have undergone a process from divergence to cooperation. The two sides have conducted various kinds of cooperation on nonproliferation and export control since mid-1990s, and hence, the overall situation has been positive. The past four years, in particular, have seen more concerted     

The Turnaround of the DPRK Nuclear Issue and the Prospect of the Six-Party Talks

The Korean nuclear issue has entered a phase of substantive settlement. Neither the DPRK nor the United States wanted the     

Problems and Challenges in China＇s Peripheral Security

An unprecedented complicating and sharpening situation has been developing in China＇s peripheral security since the end of the Cold War in 1991.     

The Status Quo and Prospect of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation System

The current international financial crisis is posing a grave threat to the security of the world, and has brought about deep-going and complicated changes to the area of international nuclear non- proliferation. Generally speaking, the existing international nuclear non-proliferation mechanism is still functioning, nonetheless, it is also facing severe challenges and the situation is worrying.     

Peaceful Use of Nuclear Energy and Nuclear Non-Proliferation： Predicament and the Way Out

Development and use of nuclear energy was undoubtedly one o the greatest accomplishments by mankind in science and technology during the 20th Century. Once discovered, atomic energy, like other technological discoveries, has brought about mixed results: by its military application, man produced deadly nuclear arsenals; but at the same time it became a major energy     

The Debt Crisis： Prospects for the Eurozone

The Eurozone is the world＇s first ever single-currency region made up of different sovereign states. Because there are no other historical models to learn from, its stability has been a contentious issue. With no end in sight for the sovereign debt crisis, academic circles have been focusing on the Eurozone＇s future. This article analyzes a number of responses for overcoming its current difficulties and seeks to predict future outcomes based on these analyses.     

US-Viemam Security Cooperation： Development and Prospects

Given the increasingly intense Sino-American strategic dynamic in the Asia-Pacific region and Sino-Vietnamese disputes over the South China Sea, the United States and Vietnam are gradually promoting a ＂comprehensive cooperative partnership＂ driven by realistic benefits. Progress on US-Vietnam security cooperation not only affects the two countries＇ strategic military plans, but also exerts considerable influence on the overall geostrategic environment in the South China Sea region.     

Opportunities and Challenges in the Social Development of Latin America

Entering the threshold of the 21st century, Latin American countries, in active response tothe callsof the UN Millennium Summit, have been striving to     

The Regime Change from Koizumi to Abe and Japanese Nationalism

During his term of office, Prime Minister Koizumi time and again paid homage to the Yasukuni Shrine where the Class-A     

China-India Relations： Course of Development and Prospects

This year marks the 60^th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and India. During the period, China-India relations experienced smooth development, twists and turns, and fine days after storms, with friendship and cooperation as the main stream. The steady and benign development of relations between China and India, two vigorously rising powers, not only accords with the common interests of the people of both countries but are also beneficial to the peace and prosperity of Asia and the world over, and it promises a bright future.     

The ＂Abe/Aso Regime＂ and Sino-Japanese Relations

Following the Japanese Liberal Democratic Party＇s victory in the December 2012 election, some Japanese analysts pointed out that the new Abe/Aso Govemment would introduce rightist policies, and that as such it would be more difficult for China and Japan to improve their bilateral relations. As expected, in the past six months since its coming to power, the Abe cabinet has vigorously promoted so-called ＂Abe economics＂ and implemented a quantitative easing monetary policy that has caused a drastic depreciation of the Japanese Yen. In order to revise the ＂Constitution of Japan＂, in July 2013 it has been striving to win the election of the Senate. Externally, the new cabinet members have frequently visited foreign countries, implementing a diplomatic strategy of containing and countering China. One of its aims is to completely rid itself of the shackles of World War II and to try to reconstruct powerful military forces. The Diaoyu Islands issue has been used by the Abe cabinet to serve its domestic and foreign policy objectives,     

China and Asia： Prospects for Common Development

Asia’s rise has caused waves in terms of both geopolitics and the global economy in the 21st Century. Its rise is also poised to heavily influence future global growth. Many scholars are talking about the eastwards migration of global power and debating who will emerge as a leading power in Asia. While the rise has caused rifts in regional cooperation mechanisms it has also created many channels for Asia’s development path. How should we look at Asia’s rise? How can we ride these changes and how can we create a win-win situation for all Asian countries? How do we ensure that Asia has a bright future? These questions merit the careful attention of academics in political and economic fields in China, Asia and the rest of the world.     

Building Partnership and Jointly Facing Challenges

From Sept. 7 to 9, the 58th UN DPI/NGO annual conference was held at the UN headquarters in New York. Chinese Association for International Understanding(CAFIU) sent its delegation to the conference for the third time. Characterized by its clear theme, good organization and wide representation, the conference demonstrated the vitality and increasing influence of NGOs and attracted attention from the international community. Up to today, the forceful speeches and calls inside the conf…     

伊朗核问题及其走势

伊朗在秘密建造核设施的消息引起国际社会尤其是美国的强烈反应。美国认为 ,伊朗现政权一旦获取核武器 ,便会导致核武器失控 ,必将对美国主导下的中东地区安全和稳定乃至美国的国家利益构成威胁。美国遂频频敦促或联合国际社会不断向伊朗施压 ,要求其立即无条件签署《不扩散核武器条约》附加议定书 ;加紧向俄罗斯施压 ,促使其停止与伊朗的核合作 ;采取一系列措施试图促使伊朗政权发生变化。伊朗方面则主要设法与国际原子能机构以及欧盟建立信任和透明关系 ,防止核问题成为美国或以色列打击伊朗的把柄 ;利用利润可观的核合作项目 ,紧紧拉住俄罗斯 ,以抵御来自美国的威胁 ;在国际社会重压下 ,最终同意签署附加议定书。     

当前核不扩散体系的现状及前景

当前．国际金融危机给国际安全带来了严重影响．也引起国际防止核武器扩散领域发生深刻、复杂变化。总体上看，现有的国际核不扩散机制继续发挥积极作用，但同时也遇到了严峻挑战，形势令人关切。     

China＇ s Peripheral and Grand Strategies：Seeking a Balance between Aspirations and Capabilities

The study of China＇s strategy towards its neighbors must also include a study of the regional situation. Generally, an accurate assessment of the situation and a clear understanding of the sources of threats should be the starting point for this kind of study. In studying strategy, the situation will determine the task and the object as well as any countermeasures.