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What is the primary aim of the Global Development Initiative (GDI)?
What is the primary aim of the Global Development Initiative (GDI)?
- To refocus international attention on development issues (correct)
- To promote individual national interests
- To increase global trade tariffs
- To enhance military cooperation
The Global Civilization Initiative encourages the superiority complex of civilizations.
The Global Civilization Initiative encourages the superiority complex of civilizations.
False (B)
What key agenda does the Global Development Initiative support the implementation of?
What key agenda does the Global Development Initiative support the implementation of?
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
The Global Security Initiative emphasizes the importance of _____ and consultation to resolve disputes.
The Global Security Initiative emphasizes the importance of _____ and consultation to resolve disputes.
Which principle does the Global Security Initiative prioritize regarding national concerns?
Which principle does the Global Security Initiative prioritize regarding national concerns?
Match the initiatives with their primary focus:
Match the initiatives with their primary focus:
How does the Global Development Initiative aim to bridge the North-South gap?
How does the Global Development Initiative aim to bridge the North-South gap?
The GDI has not received positive feedback from the international community since its launch.
The GDI has not received positive feedback from the international community since its launch.
What is one of the key indicators for small farmers in China's agricultural development?
What is one of the key indicators for small farmers in China's agricultural development?
Most Japanese and Californian residents enjoy a luxury experience of 20 dishes at one meal, similar to that in China.
Most Japanese and Californian residents enjoy a luxury experience of 20 dishes at one meal, similar to that in China.
What is the first and foremost task for people in the context of rural development?
What is the first and foremost task for people in the context of rural development?
The three dimensions of China's agricultural modernization include industry, community, and ______.
The three dimensions of China's agricultural modernization include industry, community, and ______.
Match the following aspects of China's agricultural development with their focus:
Match the following aspects of China's agricultural development with their focus:
Which country is recognized for a once-considered economic leadership position before China's resurgence?
Which country is recognized for a once-considered economic leadership position before China's resurgence?
Crises of population expansion and food shortages are problems faced by developed countries.
Crises of population expansion and food shortages are problems faced by developed countries.
What is a significant goal of the 14th five-year plan in Gansu?
What is a significant goal of the 14th five-year plan in Gansu?
Name one environmental consequence of overfishing and unsustainable fishing practices.
Name one environmental consequence of overfishing and unsustainable fishing practices.
The Belt and Road Initiatives consists of both land-based and ocean-going components.
The Belt and Road Initiatives consists of both land-based and ocean-going components.
List one benefit that China claims results from its infrastructure projects in Latin America.
List one benefit that China claims results from its infrastructure projects in Latin America.
The principles of __________ consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits guide China's approach to international cooperation.
The principles of __________ consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits guide China's approach to international cooperation.
Match the following countries with their role in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization:
Match the following countries with their role in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization:
Which component of the Belt and Road Initiative primarily focuses on enhancing trade routes over water?
Which component of the Belt and Road Initiative primarily focuses on enhancing trade routes over water?
ASEAN initiated the RECP free trade agreement in 2020.
ASEAN initiated the RECP free trade agreement in 2020.
What is the main purpose of the Silk Road Economic Belt?
What is the main purpose of the Silk Road Economic Belt?
Flashcards
BRI
BRI
The Belt and Road Initiatives, a Chinese development strategy focusing on connectivity and cooperation among countries.
Silk Road Economic Belt
Silk Road Economic Belt
The land-based component of the Belt and Road Initiatives emphasizing connectivity via land routes.
Maritime Silk Road
Maritime Silk Road
The ocean-going component of the Belt and Road Initiatives, emphasizing cooperation through sea routes.
RECP
RECP
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Shanghai Cooperation Organization Members
Shanghai Cooperation Organization Members
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Latin American Trading Partner
Latin American Trading Partner
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High-speed rail and Expressway
High-speed rail and Expressway
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Extensive Consultation, Joint Contribution, Shared Benefits
Extensive Consultation, Joint Contribution, Shared Benefits
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Global Development Initiative (GDI)
Global Development Initiative (GDI)
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Community with a Shared Future for Mankind
Community with a Shared Future for Mankind
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Global Civilization Initiative
Global Civilization Initiative
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Transcending the Civilization Divide
Transcending the Civilization Divide
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Global Security Initiative
Global Security Initiative
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Common, Comprehensive, Cooperative, Sustainable Security
Common, Comprehensive, Cooperative, Sustainable Security
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Legitimate Security Concerns
Legitimate Security Concerns
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Peaceful Resolution of Disputes
Peaceful Resolution of Disputes
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Chinese Food Culture
Chinese Food Culture
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3-Dimension Rural Modernization
3-Dimension Rural Modernization
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Food Security: China's Key Task
Food Security: China's Key Task
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Sustainable Agriculture
Sustainable Agriculture
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China's Economic Leadership
China's Economic Leadership
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Industrial Chain Competitiveness
Industrial Chain Competitiveness
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Huawei's Global Competition
Huawei's Global Competition
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China's Economic Rise: Historical Perspective
China's Economic Rise: Historical Perspective
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Study Notes
Lecture 1
- Four great inventions of China: compass, gunpowder, papermaking, printing
- Continued inventions: rice, tea, silk, brick and tiles, Chinese white liquor, kite, iron plough, saddle
- Bamboo: favoured plant for painting, poetry, baskets, and furniture
- China's GDP per capita increase: 1949 (23 USD) to 2021 (12549 USD)
- China surpassed USA in terms of purchasing power parity in 2014
- China's workforce (940M): 440M employed in cities, 330M in rural areas, 82% employment
- Women in China have significant room for development
- Urbanization experience: 1 billion people, 10 million urban jobs per year, 1% urbanization rate increase every year for last 45 years
- Urbanization strategy emphasis: industry, housing, education, medical care, transportation, and the creation of business opportunities
Lecture 2
- China feeding 1.4 billion people: uses 9% of world farmland, 20% of the world population
- Chinese proverb: depend on mountains to eat mountains and depend on water to eat water
- 7% of arable land feeds 22% of the world's population
- Huzhou, Zhejiang: flood plains along the Yangtze River, Taihu Lake, and Qiantang River, abundant freshwater resources, 100 million people, high population density. Similar to floodplains in Bangladesh, West Bengal, India, and Saigon, Vietnam.
Lecture 4
- Chinese geography: security, climates, strategic options
- Gansu province harsh environment: freezing Tibetan Plateau, deadly Gobi Desert
- Gansu valleys: red stones, golden sands, deep valleys, similar to Death Valley and Red Canyon
- Difficulty of farming in Gansu: no rainfall, long travel from valleys to markets (5 hrs), $100/ton transportation costs, exceed crop selling profits
Lecture 5
- China's principles: extensive consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits;
- The world's countries are interdependent and should work together
- China faces profound changes unseen in a century
Xi Jinping Thought on Foreign Affairs
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RECP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership): free trade agreement initiated by ASEAN in 2012, 15 members (China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and 10 ASEAN countries)
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China: a key trading partner in Latin America, 2nd largest trading partner and 2nd largest destination for Chinese overseas investment in Latin America
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China increased infrastructure developments and projects in Latin America (over 200 projects): roads, railways, schools, hospitals, sports venues, bridges, tunnels, airports, and ports creating over 1 million jobs for locals
Global Development Initiative (GDI)
- Proposed by Xi Jinping at the 76th UN General Assembly in 2021
- Refocuses on development, international cooperation, and solving development issues by speeding up the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Initiated as a community with a shared future for mankind.
- Offers a roadmap for closing the gap between North and South.
- Encourages balanced, equal global development partnerships.
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