The term, "cooperatition" was coined by economists to describe corporations both cooperate and compete at the same time. For example, Apple and Google cooperate on getting Gmail and Google Maps integrated well into the iPhone, resulting in a better finish product and while helping both companies in the market place. However, Google also makes the Android phone operating … [Read more...] about Opinion: Keeping a cool view of the U.S.-China Cooperatition
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U.N.’s Application of the Clean Development Mechanism to China – Fair or Unfair?
As is customary for many over the Chinese New Year, I spent a lot of time cleaning up old junk in my house the last few weeks. As luck would have it, I happened to run over a December article in BusinessWeek reporting that the U.N. had stopped awarding carbon funding of green projects in China. An excerpt of the article (cnn copy) is provided here: The United Nations body in … [Read more...] about U.N.’s Application of the Clean Development Mechanism to China – Fair or Unfair?
The 21st Century the Chinese Century or No?
If Deng Xiaoping is asked this question today, despite the incredible progress China has made in the last three decades, I'd expect him to say "no!" Besides the cat quote, Deng has a number of other ones which are less well known in the West. He said, "keep a cool head and maintain a low profile." In fact, this quote is particularly important today, as a "Red Scare" seems to … [Read more...] about The 21st Century the Chinese Century or No?
Why does the Dalai Lama’s Visit “Anger” China so Much?
So yesterday I was having dinner with a good friend from the East Coast. And the topic of Obama's recent meeting with the Dalai Lama came up. "Why does the Dalai Lama Visit anger China so much," he asked, among other questions. On the one hand, the question my friend asks is very legit. The Chinese government holds all the cards. With every passing day, Tibet is … [Read more...] about Why does the Dalai Lama’s Visit “Anger” China so Much?
Tsinghua University Professor, Yan Xuetong: “The Rise of China in Chinese Eyes”
Tsinghua University Professor, Yan Xuetong, published an essay in the Journal of Contemporary China in 2001 entitled, "The Rise of China in Chinese Eyes." It is rare to find something in the English language that articulates so well the Chinese perspective on such a big topic. He addressed all key concerns related to this rise. He also offers a view from the Chinese … [Read more...] about Tsinghua University Professor, Yan Xuetong: “The Rise of China in Chinese Eyes”