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(People’s Republic of) China’s Economic Outlook and the China-US Trade Disputes

22 August 2018
The People’s Republic of China saw steady economic momentum in the first half of 2018. Aware of potential uncertainties from domestic and international shocks, including the trade dispute with the US, the country has taken a proactive fiscal policy and measures to further open its market and…

Changes in Labor Force Participation in China

17 May 2018
The People’s Republic of China is a fast-growing and transitional economy that is experiencing drastic demographic shifts, but little is known about the patterns of labor force participation over time, as well as the sources and determinants of changes in participation rates – both important…

Discussion on "Changes in Labor Force Participation in China"

17 May 2018
In discussing the presentation on the “Changes in Labor Force Participation in China” by Suqin Ge and Junsen Zhang, the presenter acknowledges the decline in female labor force participation rate in the PRC. He further suggests that this regression would indicate several possible drivers. He also…

Geographical Information System-Assisted Mass Appraisal in Shenzhen

22 February 2018
As part of the People’s Republic of China’s gradualist approach to modernize, an advanced property valuation system in Shenzhen City was developed in anticipation of a future recurrent property tax. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in implementing Shenzhen’s Geographical Information…

Austrian State Approved Apprentice Training for the Sany- Palfinger Joint Venture

13 December 2017
This apprentice program assists students from Austria in gaining and improving skills using a dual apprentice system and alternative settings. This presentation features the milestones and challenges of the apprentice program, particularly in the training for the SPV in the People's Republic of…

University-Industry Linkage in Hunan Province

13 December 2017
Effective and successful skills programs can bridge the gap between demand and supply of skills by forging partnerships with employers. Learn how university-industry linkage works in Hunan Province in the People’s Republic of China, and how a cooperation platform is beneficial for the government,…

Collaborative Innovation between Shenzhen City Government and Tsinghua University

12 December 2017
Global megatrends create a continuous need for transition. The increasing complexity this phenomenon brings calls the need for ecosystem orchestration that require collaboration. Jointly founded by Tsinghua University and the Shenzhen Municipal Government, the Graduate School at Shenzhen in the…

Synergy of Poverty Reduction and Environmental Protection: UN Case Studies and Lessons Learned

9 December 2017
What key lessons can the UN offer to solve the poverty-environment issues of the People’s Republic of China? Green development and poverty reduction—these are important itineraries common in both the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the People’s Republic of China’s national…

Mainstreaming Eco-Compensation into Sustainable Development Agenda: The Asian Development Bank Vision

8 December 2017
How is ADB mainstreaming eco-compensation into its sustainable development agenda? ADB has been operationalizing eco-compensation for environment and natural resources management through numerous lending and technical assistance projects. It has also been promoting national and regional knowledge…

Indicators of Eco-compensation for Agricultural Structural Adjustment Based on N-loss control

8 December 2017
Agricultural nonpoint source pollution is one of the leading causes of water pollution. Nutrient runoff from fertilizer usage easily enters surrounding water bodies and adversely affects water quality. Know what types of farm have the highest soil nitrogen and phosphorus content. Also find out what…