Socialization Development of ESG Business Models in Representative Asia-Pacific Countries:A State-of-the-Art Review and Recommendation

The integration of environmental,social,and governance(ESG)principles has become a pivotal factor in shaping sustainable and responsible corporate practices.The present study investigates the integration of ESG principles within corporate governance models in Asia-Pacific countries,focusing on socialization.By examining the governance culture,legal frameworks,and corporate practices in these representative countries,the paper delineates a strategic framework for embedding social governance into corporate strategies.The study introduces a Cultural,Economic,Legal,and Political(CELP)framework to assess corporate social governance,investigating the correlation between business practices and social changes.Through a systematic literature review and detailed thematic analysis,this paper aims to offer actionable insights and recommendations,guiding corporations in their transition towards more sustainable and socially responsible business practices.

基于DREAM算法的DSGE模型参数估计精度研究

文章将人工智能算法中的DREAM算法首次应用到动态随机一般均衡模型的参数估计中,并以动态随机一般均衡模型LS(2005)为例对该算法的估计精度进行了系统分析,研究结果表明:根据待估参数随机抽样序列的箱线图来看,由DREAM算法产生的待估参数随机抽样序列的箱体长度均比RWMH和IMH算法产生的箱体长度要长,说明由DREAM算法产生的参数估计序列的分散程度比RWMH和IMH算法要大,表明了DREAM算法遍历参数空间范围更为广泛,算法逃逸局部最优值的能力更强。另外,从箱线图中的中位数数值来看,除了5个参数以外,由DREAM算法产生的参数估计序列的中位数相比RWMH和IMH算法,与真实数据生成过程更为接近,说明由DREAM算法产生的参数估计值大部分都集中在参数的真值附近。由于DREAM算法依据IQR统计方法除去无用链,故由DREAM算法产生的参数估计序列的异常值也明显降低,而RWMH算法产生的参数估计序列的异常值尤其多。从待估参数的90%最大后验密度可信区间来看,DREAM算法产生的待估参数90%最大后验密度可信区间除了3个参数以外,其余全部包含了真值,而传统的RWMH和IMH算法分别只有7个和1个区间包含了真值,表明DREAM算法的估计不确定性远小于传统的RWMH和IMH算法。最后,根据待估参数的无效因子来看,DREAM算法产生的待估参数序列与传统的RWMH和IMH算法相比,其相关性更弱,即无效因子数值更小,这一点进一步验证了DREAM算法遍历整个参数空间的能力更强。

Dreaming across Languages and Cultures

From a Ph.D.student to a budding sinologist,a young Spanish woman explains her vision for more cultural exchanges between China and her country.DREAM of the Red Chamber,Cao Xueqin’s classic about the rise and decline of a family that is also a portrayal of its contemporary Qing Dynasty(1644-1911),continues to inspire and influence long after it was published in the 18th century.Patricia Amate Núñez is a current acolyte.

Translation Studies from a Cross-Cultural Perspective:Reinventing Subjectivity-A Case Study of English Translation of A Dream of Red Mansions

The integration of cross-cultural inquiries into the realm of translation has given rise to a distinct subfield known as cross-cultural translation studies.This approach emphasizes the importance of delving into the cultural subtleties and the awareness of cultural subjectivity within the translation process.Central to this framework is the concept of reshaping cultural nuances and the subjectivity of culture.This paper introduces three principal translation strategies that emerge from a cross-cultural standpoint:the alienation translation strategy,the‘cannibalism’translation strategy,and the destructive translation strategy.Utilizing the English translation of“Dream of the Red Chamber”as a case study,the paper examines how cultural nuances and cultural subjectivity influence the selection of translation strategies and demonstrates the practical application of cross-cultural research within the translation sphere.Hence,the significance of cross-cultural translation studies lies in its capacity to offer a novel lens through which to view translation studies.It encourages a reevaluation of cultural nuances and subjectivity in translation,which is of profound practical importance for advancing the field of translation studies,enhancing cross-cultural communication,and facilitating the spread of Chinese discourse on the global stage.

The Application of Embodied Cognitive Linguistics in the English Translation of Two-Part Allegorical Saying—An Analysis of Examples From A Dream of Red Mansions

As a kind of widely circulated folk language,two-part allegorical saying(“xiehouyu”)carries the wisdom of the Chinese people and is characterized with humor and vivid imagery.Taking the two English translation versions of A Dream of Red Mansions as examples,this paper analyzes the English translation of two-part allegorical saying based on the core principle of Embodied Cognitive Linguistics(ECL),“Reality-Cognition-Language”,and explores how the English translation of two-part allegorical saying reflects the three dimensions of ECL.

Living the Mechanical Dream

Studying in China is not just about academics,it is also about connecting with communities and learning local culture.As a child,I was captivated by machines and their inner workings.I yearned to design contraptions that could solve real-world problems and improve people’s lives.So,when it came time to choose a university,I knew that mechanical engineering was the path for me.

Fascination For Planes Young Ghanaian pursues her aviation dream in China

Every morning at 7 o’clock,Rachael Amoah,a young woman from Ghana,prepares for a new day of challenges and innovations at a leading aerospace company in Shanghai’s Pudong New Area.In March last year,she completed her studies in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Shanghai Jiao Tong University(SJTU),and fulfilled her ambition to work in this megalopolis.

面向高阶思维培育的DREAM教学模式及应用

高阶思维是高阶能力的核心,集中体现了智能时代对人才素质的新要求.针对雷达系统课程中学员高阶思维培育难的问题,围绕“相关”或者“关联”这一高阶思维核心特征,提出了问题驱动的DREAM教学模式,给出了DREAM模式的实施过程.课堂实践表明,该模式能够有效提升学员的高阶思维能力.

Thoughts on Establishment of the Agricultural Products Quality and Safety(Standards) Cooperation Center in Asia-Pacific Region

The establishment of agricultural products quality and safety cooperation mechanism and the research demonstration center in the Asia-Pacific reg coordinating each other, is not only of great ening cooperation with countries in Asia-Pacific region and for agricultural production safety of those countries in Asia- Pacific region, but also very necessary for our country to build a responsible image in the quality and safety of agricultural products, protection of the benefit of agriculture-related enterprises, increasing exports, ensuring imported food safety and China＇s national food security, as Well as nice exploration of establishing the global agricultural＇ products quality and safety cooperation center.

基于Dream Logic的CPU仿真设计与实践

针对计算机组成原理课程中的重要实验内容“CPU设计”中存在的一些难点问题,提出引入Dream Logic仿真工具,通过CPU总体设计及CPU整机模型机中的运算器设计、指令系统设计与微指令设计示例,阐述基于Dream Logic的硬件基本部件仿真设计和软件设计方法,并结合MOV、ADD等汇编指令及计算机组成原理实验中的寄存器和算术运算实验,介绍对CPU模型机进行的实验测试,最后说明教学实践效果。

Probiotics for gastrointestinal disorders: Proposed recommendations for children of the Asia-Pacific region

Recommendations for probiotics are available in several regions. This paper proposes recommendations for probiotics in pediatric gastrointestinal diseases in the Asia-Pacific region. Epidemiology and clinical patterns of intestinal diseases in Asia-Pacific countries were discussed. Evidence-based recommendations and randomized controlled trials in the region were revised. Cultural aspects,health management issues and economic factors were also considered. Final recommendations were approved by applying the Likert scale and rated using the GRADE system. Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745(Sb) and Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG(LGG) were strongly recommended as adjunct treatment to oral rehydration therapy for gastroenteritis. Lactobacillus reuteri could also be considered. Probiotics may be considered for prevention of(with the indicated strains): antibiotic-associated diarrhea(LGG or Sb); Clostridium difficile-induced diarrhea(Sb); nosocomial diarrhea(LGG); infantile colic(L reuteri) and as adjunct treatment of Helicobacter pylori(Sb and others). Specific probiotics with a history of safe use in preterm and term infants may be considered in infants for prevention of necrotizing enterocolitis. There is insufficient evidence for recommendations in other conditions. Despite a diversity of epidemiological,socioeconomical and health system conditions,similar recommendations apply well to Asia pacific countries. These need to be validated with local randomized-controlled trials.

Utility of the Asia-Pacific colorectal screening scoring system and the presence of metabolic syndrome components in screening for sporadic colorectal cancer

AIM: To determine the utility of the Asia-Pacific colorectal screening (APCS) scoring system and metabolic syndrome components in individual screening for sporadic colorectal cancer.

Adaptation of Asia-Pacific forests to climate change

Climate change is a threat to the stability and productivity of forest ecosystems throughout the AsiaPacific region. The loss of forests due to climate-induced stress will have extensive adverse impacts on biodiversity and an array of ecosystem services that are essential for the maintenance of local economies and public health. Despite their importance, there is a lack of decision-support tools required to evaluate the potential effects of climate change on Asia-Pacific ecosystems and economies and to aid in the development of regionally appropriate adaptation and mitigation strategies. The project Adaptation of AsiaPacific Forests to Climate Change, summarized herein,aims to address this lack of knowledge and tools and to provide support for regional managers to develop effective policy to increase the adaptive capacity of Asia-Pacific forest ecosystems. This objective has been achieved through the following activities：（1） development of a highresolution climate downscaling model, Climate AP, applicable to any location in the region;（2） development of climate niche models to evaluate how climate change might affect the distribution of suitable climatic conditions for regionally important tree species;（3） development and application of forest models to assess alternative management strategies in the context of management objectives and the projected impacts of climate change;（4） evaluation of models to assess forest fire risk and the relationship between forest fire and climate change;（5） development of a technique to assess ecosystem carbon storage using Li DAR; and（6） evaluation of how vegetation dynamics respond to climate change using remote sensing technology. All project outputs were developed with a focus on communication and extension to facilitate the dissemination of results to regional forest resource managers to support the development of effective mitigation and adaptation policy.

Multinational survey on the preferred approach to management of Barrett’s esophagus in the Asia-Pacific region

BACKGROUND Major societies provide differing guidance on management of Barrett’s esophagus(BE),making standardization challenging.AIM To evaluate the preferred diagnosis and management practices of BE among Asian endoscopists.METHODS Endoscopists from across Asia were invited to participate in an online questionnaire comprising eleven questions regarding diagnosis,surveillance and management of BE.RESULTS Five hundred sixty-nine of 1016(56.0%)respondents completed the survey,with most respondents from Japan(n=310,54.5%)and China(n=129,22.7%).Overall,the preferred endoscopic landmark of the esophagogastric junction was squamocolumnar junction(42.0%).Distal palisade vessels was preferred in Japan(59.0%vs 10.0%,P<0.001)while outside Japan,squamo-columnar junction was preferred(59.5%vs 27.4%,P<0.001).Only 16.3%of respondents used Prague C and M criteria all the time.It was never used by 46.1%of Japanese,whereas 84.2%outside Japan,endoscopists used it to varying extents(P<0.001).Most Asian endoscopists(70.8%)would survey long-segment BE without dysplasia every two years.Adherence to Seattle protocol was poor with only 6.3%always performing it.73.2%of Japanese never did it,compared to 19.3%outside Japan(P<0.001).The most preferred(74.0%)treatment of non-dysplastic BE was proton pump inhibitor only when the patient was symptomatic or had esophagitis.For BE with low-grade dysplasia,6-monthly surveillance was preferred in 61.9%within Japan vs 47.9%outside Japan(P<0.001).CONCLUSION Diagnosis and management of BE varied within Asia,with stark contrast between Japan and outside Japan.Most Asian endoscopists chose squamo-columnar junction to be the landmark for esophagogastric junction,which is incorrect.Most also did not consistently use Prague criteria,and Seattle protocol.Lack of standardization,education and research are possible reasons.

FEATURES AND COMPARISONS OF THE QUASI-BIENNIAL VARIATIONS IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC MONSOON SUBSYSTEMS

The National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) reanalysis data, Climate Diagnostics Center Merged Analysis of Precipitation (CMAP) results, and NOAA Extended Reconstructed Sea Surface Temperature (SST), have been utilized in this paper to study the quasi-biennial variations in Asia-Pacific monsoon subsystems and associated SST anomalies (SSTA) and wind anomalies. Four monsoon indices are computed from NCEP/ National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) reanalysis to represent the South Asian monsoon (SAM), South China Sea summer monsoon (SCSSM), Western North Pacific monsoon (WNPM) and East Asian monsoon (EAM), respectively. The quasi-biennial periods are very significant in Asia-Pacific monsoons (as discovered by power spectrum analysis), and for SAM and EAM---with moderate effects by El Ni?o-Southern Oscillation (ENSO)---the quasi-biennial periods are the most important factor. For SCSSM and WNPM (once again due to the effects of ENSO), the quasi-biennial periods are of secondary durations. There are obvious interdecadal variations in the quasi-biennial modes of the Asia-Pacific monsoon, so in the negative phase the biennial modes will not be significant or outstanding. The wind anomalies and SSTA associated with the biennial modes are very different in the SAM, WNPM and EAM regions. Since the WNPM and SCSSM are very similar in the biennial modes, they can be combined into one subsystem, called SCS/WNPM.

Prospect Analysis of the United States' Crude Oil Exports to the Asia-Pacific Region

At the end of 2015, the United States lifted a 40-year ban on crude oil exports, which has far-reaching implications for the global crude oil market and crude oil trade patterns. Since the release of crude oil exports, with the recovery of crude oil production and improved export infrastructure in the United States, U.S. crude oil exports have been growing rapidly, with an average of about one million barrels/day in 2017, making the U.S one of the major global crude oil exporters. Currently, the AsiaPacific region has replaced North America as the first major destination for U.S. crude oil exports. In light of future trends in the oil refining industry of the Asia-Pacific region, it will usher in a new wave of refinery operations around 2020 and crude oil imports will continue to grow rapidly. The American region, represented by the United States, will replace West Africa as the second largest source of crude oil imports to the Asia-Pacific region, and that energy trade cooperation between the Asia-Pacific region and the United States will continue to grow. In particular, for China, the United States will become an important source of crude oil imports for our country in the future, and the two countries will shift from the past of energy competition to energy cooperation. Sino-US energy trade will play a more active role in economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.

Asia-Pacific International Emergency Forum(APIEF) 2016 Annual Congress of Hainan Provincial Society for Emergency Medicine Association Second Announcement

Dear distinguished guests and to whom it may concern.You are cordially invited to attend the first Asia-Pacific International Emergency Forum(APIEF)-2016 Annual Congress of Hainan Provincial Society for Emergency Medicine Association.The symposium will be sponsored by the Intensive Care Medicine Department of the First Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical University,the Asia Pacific Journal of

China’s Involvement with Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC) is the most influential economic cooperation mechanism in the Asia-Pacific region. China is not only a participant but also a staunch supporter of and a major contributor to economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. China has always upheld the spirit of Asia-Pacific partnership, leaving its footprints deeply engraved in the historical development of APEC. Through its involvement with APEC, China has not only furthered its own development, but also made important contributions to regional and even global economic development. Over the years, the practice of APEC, centering on the cooperative vision represented by the Bogor Goals, has greatly improved the liberalization and facilitation of trade and investment and has raised the level of economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region. With the deadline for achieving the Bogor Goals approaching, the direction that such cooperation will take after 2020 has become a focus of popular concern. The international structure is now undergoing profound changes unseen in the past century. As unilateralism and protectionism affect the globalization process, APEC faces both opportunities and challenges in the near future. To draw up a future cooperation blueprint together with the other economies involved, China has to forge ahead bravely through all kinds of weather.

Asia-Pacific Minilateral Cooperation and Its Impact

Over the past decade,a series of minilateral cooperative endeavors have emerged in the Asia-Pacific region,which have become a new phenomenon in this region.Unlike the regional multilateralism that followed the Cold War,this round of minilateral cooperation has taken on new features,including de-ASEANization,strong ideological color,and an emphasis on security issues.The rise of this pattern of minilateral cooperation is related to regional countries’dissatisfaction with existing multilateral mechanisms and the strategies adopted by relevant countries to deal with the regional changes.However,this has had a relatively negative effect on inter-state relations and the regional order in the Asia-Pacific region,which has attracted attention from all corners.