Establishing a mechanism for international cooperation for Fukushima nuclear-contaminated water monitoring

The Japanese government’s unilateral decision to discharge the nuclear-contaminated water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean has caused immense nuclear safety risks.Monitoring the unclear contaminated water is a starting point to combat these risks and seek remedies for the rights and interests of all concerned parties.The establishment of a mechanism for international cooperation in this respect is necessary to handle the risks of the Fukushima nuclear-contaminated water and to lay the foundation of a framework for tackling any future disposal of nuclear-contaminated water following Japan’s example.At present,the international legal systems in the spheres of nuclear safety and security,marine environmental protection,and other areas,as well as the questioning of the monitoring reports of the International Atomic Energy Agency(IAEA)by the relevant parties,the monitoring practices of historical nuclear accidents,and numerous radioactivity monitoring mechanisms have provided the institutional and practical basis for constructing such a mechanism.The mechanism can be promoted by the IAEA through its existing mechanisms or be jointly initiated by China,the Russian Federation,the Republic of Korea,the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea,and the Pacific Island countries,among other stakeholders.Specifically,this mechanism should consist of three levels:first,the framework of the basic legal system,including the cooperative principles of national sovereignty,interest-relatedness,and procedural fairness,and the signing of the Framework Convention on the Monitoring of Fukushima’s nuclear-contaminated water and its Optional Protocol;second,the organizational structure and its responsibilities,which may include the Conference of Parties as the decision-making body,the Secretariat as the central coordinating body,and the monitoring committees in various fields as specific implementing agencies;and third,specific administrative arrangements,which involve the standardization of monitoring,the management system of monitoring networks and stations,the rules for monitoring procedures,and the rules for the utilization of the monitoring data,etc.With the urgent need for the scientific and fair monitoring of Fukushima’s nuclear-contaminated water,China,as a stakeholder country,can promote the establishment of such a mechanism for monitoring nuclear-contaminated water through the following paths:①It is necessary to clarify the factors affecting the construction of an international cooperation mechanism for monitoring nuclear-contaminated water so as to ascertain the standpoints of the stakeholders,claims of their interests,contents of their cooperation,and the relevant international relations.②On the basis of existing practices,China should consider improving the monitoring mechanism to cope with the risks of the discharge of Fukushima’s nuclear-contaminated water by formulating targeted policies and systems,setting up specialized monitoring institutions,and establishing a systematic monitoring network system.③This is an effective way for China to actively promote the participation of stakeholders in the construction of an international cooperation mechanism for monitoring nuclear-contaminated water in Fukushima by further innovating the dissemination mechanism to address the risk of Fukushima’s nuclear-contaminated water discharging into the sea and facilitating the identification of issues for international cooperation in monitoring Fukushima’s nuclear-contaminated water based on the concept of a community with a shared future for mankind.

Innovative Exploration and Research on International Exchange and Cooperation Mechanisms under the Background of Hainan Free Trade Port

In order to explore and foster innovation in international exchange and cooperation,this study focuses on the background of the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port.It delves into the current development status,characteristic demands,and potential challenges of its international exchange and cooperation mechanisms.Through a comprehensive analysis of relevant cases,survey questionnaires,and literature,this study aims to provide feasible innovative models and recommendations to promote the sustained development of the Hainan Free Trade Port in the field of international exchange and cooperation,injecting new vitality into China’s economic globalization.This exploration contributes to a deeper understanding of the development of free trade ports and provides insights and references for other countries and regions.

Promoting China-U.S.Arctic education cooperation:challenges,opportunities and recommendations

Arctic education refers not only to the teaching,but also to research,communication,dissemination as well as popularization of knowledge related to the Arctic.This article reviews joint efforts between Chinese and American educators and researchers to promote cooperation and understanding in Arctic education and research,and examines the facing challenges of China-U.S.Arctic education cooperation which include current political or economic tensions between the two countries,the differing perspectives and priorities on Arctic policy,the disproportion in Arctic scientific research,different research methodologies and discourse system in social science.This article also argues that there are opportunities for the two countries to cooperate in Arctic education.Common goals and interests in the Arctic,Arctic-dedicated institutions with significant Arctic research capabilities and partnerships around the world provide foundations for Arctic education cooperation.The implementation of a new science-based Arctic treaty of the Arctic Council is an opportunity for China-U.S.Arctic education cooperation.As for future cooperation,it suggests that in addition to promoting the direct bilateral cooperation,cooperation within international cooperation platforms and mechanisms,especially within the Arctic Council also needs to be further promoted.

Strengthening International Cooperation in the New Millennium

Attheturnofthenewmillennium,IwouldliketoextendthebestwishestoallChineseandforeignfriendsofeconomicandtradecircles,onbehalfofChinaCouncilforthePromotionofInternationalTrade(CCPIT)andChinaChamberofInternationalCommerce(CCOIC).CCPIThasbeendedicatedtopro...

International Cooperation in Adaptation to Climate Change: Foreign Agendas or Local Necessities?

The paper aims to analyze climate change adaptation projects funded from international cooperation in Veracruz, which is a Mexican state. They used 5 criteria based on international, national and local dimensions as well as their relation to climate adaptation. From this evaluation, they were able to determine that the results were particularly negative. Mostly, because the objectives set by donor countries are scarcely related to the objectives and priorities of recipient countries, in this case developing countries, which are the most vulnerable to climate change. This provides insight into international collaborative projects in developing states and their impact on the socioeconomic, environmental and vulnerable ecosystems.

A Proposal for the International Cooperation of Mangrove Ecosystem Studies in Guangxi of China

In the present paper,the situations concerning mangroves in Guangxi,China werereviewed with focus on resources,scientific research and natural conservation.The urgentproblems,related to coastal mangroves,were given out as some research projects for theconsiderations of foreign scientists and managers.On this basis,a favourable local study site ofmangrove ecosystem was introduced in detail.

Developing International Economic and Technological Cooperation in Zhe Jiang

Zhejiang is a coastal province with advanced economy,solid foundation of industry and agriculture and all-comprehensive industry sectors,and with lignht industry andtextile as the mainstay Its popularized education,advancedscience and technology and ample supply of high-quality labourforce benefit itselt involving in foreign project contracting,labour export and overseas investment.Since 1979,Zhejianghas accepted more than ten foreign projects worth US$300million and supplied labour service to 40 countries。

Putting Faces to Names： Snapshots of Two Committee Meetings, 95 Years Apart, Emphasize Continuous International Cooperation in the Atmospheric Sciences

1.Introduction Spectacular advances have been made in the atmospheric sciences on a global level during a period of one hundred years or more,which is arguably most evident through"the quiet revolution of numerical weather prediction"(Bauer et

Review on international cooperation of CNC-IHDP

Chinese National Committee for the International Human Dimensions Programme on Global Environmental Change （CNC-IHDP） is a newly founded academic organization in China aiming at promoting the research on Human Dimensions of Global Environmental Changes （HDGEC）. Intemational cooperation is an important part of CNC-IHDP＇s activities. This paper makes a brief review on current international cooperation that has been developed, and introduces some aspects on which to focus in future.

Cooperation between China and Germany for twenty years as well as development of international welding training and qualification in China

Chinese Welding Training and Qualification Committee (CANB) was awarded the authorisation of IIW in 2000, and has issued nearly 2000 IIW diplomas by the end of 2004. Since Harbin Welding Training Institute(WTI Harbin) was founded based on Sino-German cooperation in 1984, it has trained all kinds of welding personnel 20000 and it made important contribution to the up-to-date system introduction of international welding training to China. The common questions in Germany foreign aid programs are: when German experts were on site, the project was on the operation; when he/they left, only memory was left. The outstanding achievements of Harbin Welding Training Institute tell us: when German experts were away, the cooperation program is not only run normally, but also gets persistent development, it is the successful model among the cooperation projects between China and Germany.

Belt and Road Initiative and China’s International Energy Cooperation

In terms of energy supply, the Belt and Road Initiative has accelerated China’s international cooperation and has shaped, via that cooperation, the focus upon clean energy and low-carbon innovation.Under the Belt and Road framework, the market will play an increased role as multilateral organizations engage in new models of international energy cooperation. As the largest energy consumer and public goods provider, China’s transition in energy cooperation will profoundly impact regional energy security and development. The economic growth of partners will also enhance results.

China: International Cooperation in Environmental Protection

The paper deals with China’s involvement in the process of international environmental protection. The cooperation between China and international environmental organizations is analyzed. This article stresses on such issues as China’s cooperation with United Nations Environment Program, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, Association of Southeast Asian Nations, China-Europe and China-Africa Cooperation. The key spheres of China’s activity in international environmental protection are examined in this paper. Thus, Chinese government attaches great importance to environmental protection and believes that environmental protection will have a direct impact on the overall situation of China’s modernization drive and its long-term development. While promoting economic growth, it has adopted a wide range of measures to strengthen environmental protection.

Research on Education and Culture International Exchanges and Cooperation Between China and Canada

The paper combed through the international exchanges and cooperation of Education and Culture between Canada and China.It focused on analyzing the performance and achievements of the international exchanges and cooperation in Education and Culture between Canada and China.At the end of the paper,the trend of the international exchanges and cooperation of Education and Culture between these two countries is predicted and corresponding proposals are put forward.

Diffusion of Sustainable Construction Practices. A Case of International Cooperation

Data shows that buildings play an important role in the field of energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. The exchange of information among different countries is a key element to promote a wider diffusion of practices for sustainable development in the fields of architecture and urban planning, contributing to the improvement of new skills and economic and production activities, while also reducing the environmental impact of construction on the territory. An international cooperation can lead an exchange of experiences and practices, which could play a fundamental role since countries can have similar problems to deal with, as it happens for the specific identity of the Mediterranean territory in coastal and rural areas. This paper analyses a case of international cooperation, the project SCORE, “Sustainable COnstruction in Rural and fragile areas for energy Efficiency”, financed under the European MED Programme with the purpose to promote sustainable energy policies in the construction sector on fragile coastal and rural Mediterranean areas.

International Economic Cooperation (Monthly)

International Economic Cooperation, sponsored by the International Economic Cooperation Research Institute under the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation, is an authoritative, directive monthly covering foreign economic cooperation in China. The journal has 20 sections, including transnational management, contract engineering, joint venture and Cooperation, economic and trade practice, top-level information, the World Economy, Labour Cooperation, International Finance, and International Marketing, and it is

International Cooperation Projects in Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences Chinese Academy of Sciences

1. CERP The Cooperative Ecological Research Programme (CERP) is a joint plan to study the Man and Biosphere (MAB) ecosystem in our country, founded by Germany through UNESCO. The second-stage projects of CERP had been undertaken in 1991, including: (1) Study on the Ecological Strategy for the Urban Development of Tianjin City Exemplifying the large industrial city, it is to study the succession mechanism, cybernetic characteristics, and systems analytic methods of identification, simulation and planning, of the Social-Economic-Natural Com-

A Project of Sinosteel LIRR Gained International S&T Cooperation Special Funds

Currently, ＂ Porous SiC Multi-phase Ceramics with Hierarchical Heterogeneities for Filtrating High Temperature Soot＂ , a project of Sinosteel LIRR, gained International S＆T Cooperation Special Funds from Ministry of Science and Technology of China.

More International Cooperation for Better Buildings

I.International cooperation in building consultancy&design in Beijing Generally,developed countries such as the UK,France,USA and Australia are leading in the world in building consultancy & design,as some landmark buildings in Beijing were codesigned by China and these countries.The

A Grand Gathering of Economic & Trade Cooperation—An Impression of the Fifth Asian-Pacific International Trade Fair

In 1985, the Fourth Asian-Pacific International Trade Fair cosponsored by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) and the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UN), was held in the newly completed China International Exhibition Centre in Beijing with a great success. Nine