In recent years,with the cessation of defense relations,Israel and China have sought to expand their diplomatic and economic relations,mainly in the field of industrial research and development,large-scale academic co...In recent years,with the cessation of defense relations,Israel and China have sought to expand their diplomatic and economic relations,mainly in the field of industrial research and development,large-scale academic cooperation,and investment.The expansion of cooperation between the two countries is mainly due to the status of Israel as a start-up country,which can satisfy China’s technological needs and help it modernise many of its industries.Beijing also sees Israel as a strategic outpost in its regional interests-a small but vital stopover under the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI),connecting the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea through the Gulf of Suez,as a land bridge connecting trade and energy routes from the Far East through Africa to the Middle East and further to Europe on profitable trade routes by land and sea.The construction of a railway line from Eilat to Ashdod connecting the Red and Mediterranean Seas,as well as the construction of a new port in Ashdod,will provide a safe alternative route to the Suez Canal.Israel’s well-secured human capital,a developed economy,a high-tech foundation,a stable public and state business environment have further enhanced the country’s attractiveness as a key element of BRI.展开更多
This paper provides an overview of China＇s burgeoning relationship with Central, Eastand Southeast Europe （CESEE） in the context of the Belt and Road Initiative （BRI）.China has rapidly expanded the extent of its ...This paper provides an overview of China＇s burgeoning relationship with Central, Eastand Southeast Europe （CESEE） in the context of the Belt and Road Initiative （BRI）.China has rapidly expanded the extent of its interactions with CESEE since 2012,and this region has subsequently become one of the focal points of the BRI. The keyfeature of China＇s engagement with CESEE is the devising of an experimental andinnovative approach, demonstrated in the establishment of an institutional mechanismfor cooperation with a particular group of16 CESEE countries （16＋1）. The case ofChina-CESEE relations offers an insight into how, in the era of the BRL China iscomplementing its economic approach with institution-building and policy coordination.The article concludes that as the BRI progresses, these tendencies will remain central toChina＇s relations with CESEE.展开更多
Based on the theories and methods of complex network,crude oil trade flows between countries along the Belt and Road(B&R,hereafter)are inserted into the Geo-space of B&R and form a spatial interaction network ...Based on the theories and methods of complex network,crude oil trade flows between countries along the Belt and Road(B&R,hereafter)are inserted into the Geo-space of B&R and form a spatial interaction network which takes the countries as nodes and takes the trade relations as edges.The networked mining and evolution analysis can provide important references for the research on trade relations among the B&R countries and the formulation of trade policy.This paper researches and discusses the construction,statistical analysis,top networks and stability of the crude oil trade network between the B&R countries from 2001 to 2020 from the perspectives of Geo-Computation for Social Sciences(GCSS)and spatial interaction.Firstly,evolutions of out-degree,in-degree,out-strength and in-strength of the top 10 countries in the crude oil trade network are computed and analyzed.Secondly,the top network method is used to explore the evolution characteristics of hierarchical structures.And finally,the sequential evolution characteristics of the crude oil trade network stability are analyzed utilizing the network stability measure method based on the trade relationship autocorrelation function.The analysis results show that Russia has the largest out-degree and out-strength,and China has the largest in-degree and in-strength.The crude oil trade volume of the top 10 import and export networks between 2001—2020 accounts for over 90%of the total trade volume of the crude oil trade network,and the proportion remains relatively stable.However,the stability of the network showed strong fluctuations in 2009,2012 and 2014,which may be closely related to major international events in these years,which could furtherly be used to build a correlation model between network volatility and major events.This paper explores how to construct and analyze the spatial interaction network of crude oil trade and can provide references for trade relations research and trade policy formulation of B&R countries.展开更多
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...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.展开更多
In recent years,the trade volume between China and six GCC countries has risen substantially,and with these commercial relations,China has become a major economic partner for the GCC.This article analyzes the economic...In recent years,the trade volume between China and six GCC countries has risen substantially,and with these commercial relations,China has become a major economic partner for the GCC.This article analyzes the economics of China-GCC economic interdependence.It begins with an analysis of the features of the political economic relationship,focusing on energy,trade,investment,and infrastructure and construction projects.It then discusses the process of formalizing these relationships through the ongoing negotiation of the China-GCC Free Trade Agreement.It then examines how this economic relationship can intensify through GCC cooperation in China’s“Belt and Road”Initiative.展开更多
Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore in 1990, both the economic and political ties between the two countries have experienced a substantial growth. China-Singapore Suzhou Industr...Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore in 1990, both the economic and political ties between the two countries have experienced a substantial growth. China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park, China-Singapore(Chongqing) Demonstrative Initiative on Strategic Connectivity, and the compatibility between Singapore's development strategy and China's Belt and Road initiative are testimony to the ever-growing bilateral economic and trade links. The deepening and expanding economic and trade relations between China and Singapore enhance political mutual trust, propelling China's economic and industrial upgrading. At the same time, they exert a positive influence on the development of China-ASEAN relations and an effective implementation of the Belt and Road initiative in Southeast Asia.展开更多
most of the countries along the Belt and Road belong to low-and medium-income countries, their main challenge is how to achieve development. East Asia and China relied on the export-oriented strategy to have achieved ...most of the countries along the Belt and Road belong to low-and medium-income countries, their main challenge is how to achieve development. East Asia and China relied on the export-oriented strategy to have achieved industrialization. However, in the next period, the growth rate of international trade will be significantly lower than that of GDP. Coupled with the de-globalization trend in developed countries, the global development needs new ideas. China and countries along the Belt and Road can promote industrialization centering on infrastructure construction, with the manufacturing industry as the core and developing countries cooperation as the main content to promote new-type globalization. China has leading manufacturing and trade capacity of the world, and strategically advocates principles of extensive consultation, shared benefits and joint contribution, therefore, the Belt and Road Initiative has a profound driving power. It is expected by 2030, 2.4 billion people with low-income along the Belt and Road will be transformed into high-income population, and then China would have a population of 1.4 billion with high income.展开更多
This paper conveys a cross-cultural understanding of the Chinese "Belt and Road Initiative"(BRI)using principles of western rhetoric as basis for inter- pretation.Thus,an American perspective is stressed.Mos...This paper conveys a cross-cultural understanding of the Chinese "Belt and Road Initiative"(BRI)using principles of western rhetoric as basis for inter- pretation.Thus,an American perspective is stressed.Most specifically,Kenneth Burke's Dramatistic Pentad is used for initial clarification along with the explana- tion of how further understanding can be realized via Fantasy Theme Analysis to better appreciate the expression of rhetorical vision.Recognition of how BRI can be understood differently,depending on the cultural context,is emphasized.This is couched in the contextual framing of mass media influences as explained by Marshall McLuhan.展开更多
文摘In recent years,with the cessation of defense relations,Israel and China have sought to expand their diplomatic and economic relations,mainly in the field of industrial research and development,large-scale academic cooperation,and investment.The expansion of cooperation between the two countries is mainly due to the status of Israel as a start-up country,which can satisfy China’s technological needs and help it modernise many of its industries.Beijing also sees Israel as a strategic outpost in its regional interests-a small but vital stopover under the Belt and Road Initiative(BRI),connecting the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea through the Gulf of Suez,as a land bridge connecting trade and energy routes from the Far East through Africa to the Middle East and further to Europe on profitable trade routes by land and sea.The construction of a railway line from Eilat to Ashdod connecting the Red and Mediterranean Seas,as well as the construction of a new port in Ashdod,will provide a safe alternative route to the Suez Canal.Israel’s well-secured human capital,a developed economy,a high-tech foundation,a stable public and state business environment have further enhanced the country’s attractiveness as a key element of BRI.
文摘This paper provides an overview of China＇s burgeoning relationship with Central, Eastand Southeast Europe （CESEE） in the context of the Belt and Road Initiative （BRI）.China has rapidly expanded the extent of its interactions with CESEE since 2012,and this region has subsequently become one of the focal points of the BRI. The keyfeature of China＇s engagement with CESEE is the devising of an experimental andinnovative approach, demonstrated in the establishment of an institutional mechanismfor cooperation with a particular group of16 CESEE countries （16＋1）. The case ofChina-CESEE relations offers an insight into how, in the era of the BRL China iscomplementing its economic approach with institution-building and policy coordination.The article concludes that as the BRI progresses, these tendencies will remain central toChina＇s relations with CESEE.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42171448)Key Laboratory of National Geographic Census and Monitoring,Ministry of Nature Resources(No.2020NGCMZD03)。
文摘Based on the theories and methods of complex network,crude oil trade flows between countries along the Belt and Road(B&R,hereafter)are inserted into the Geo-space of B&R and form a spatial interaction network which takes the countries as nodes and takes the trade relations as edges.The networked mining and evolution analysis can provide important references for the research on trade relations among the B&R countries and the formulation of trade policy.This paper researches and discusses the construction,statistical analysis,top networks and stability of the crude oil trade network between the B&R countries from 2001 to 2020 from the perspectives of Geo-Computation for Social Sciences(GCSS)and spatial interaction.Firstly,evolutions of out-degree,in-degree,out-strength and in-strength of the top 10 countries in the crude oil trade network are computed and analyzed.Secondly,the top network method is used to explore the evolution characteristics of hierarchical structures.And finally,the sequential evolution characteristics of the crude oil trade network stability are analyzed utilizing the network stability measure method based on the trade relationship autocorrelation function.The analysis results show that Russia has the largest out-degree and out-strength,and China has the largest in-degree and in-strength.The crude oil trade volume of the top 10 import and export networks between 2001—2020 accounts for over 90%of the total trade volume of the crude oil trade network,and the proportion remains relatively stable.However,the stability of the network showed strong fluctuations in 2009,2012 and 2014,which may be closely related to major international events in these years,which could furtherly be used to build a correlation model between network volatility and major events.This paper explores how to construct and analyze the spatial interaction network of crude oil trade and can provide references for trade relations research and trade policy formulation of B&R countries.
文摘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.
基金This article is supported by Shanghai Gaofeng Discipline Program(Class I):Foreign Language and Literature,and Sponsored by Shanghai Pujiang Program.
文摘In recent years,the trade volume between China and six GCC countries has risen substantially,and with these commercial relations,China has become a major economic partner for the GCC.This article analyzes the economics of China-GCC economic interdependence.It begins with an analysis of the features of the political economic relationship,focusing on energy,trade,investment,and infrastructure and construction projects.It then discusses the process of formalizing these relationships through the ongoing negotiation of the China-GCC Free Trade Agreement.It then examines how this economic relationship can intensify through GCC cooperation in China’s“Belt and Road”Initiative.
文摘Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore in 1990, both the economic and political ties between the two countries have experienced a substantial growth. China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park, China-Singapore(Chongqing) Demonstrative Initiative on Strategic Connectivity, and the compatibility between Singapore's development strategy and China's Belt and Road initiative are testimony to the ever-growing bilateral economic and trade links. The deepening and expanding economic and trade relations between China and Singapore enhance political mutual trust, propelling China's economic and industrial upgrading. At the same time, they exert a positive influence on the development of China-ASEAN relations and an effective implementation of the Belt and Road initiative in Southeast Asia.
文摘most of the countries along the Belt and Road belong to low-and medium-income countries, their main challenge is how to achieve development. East Asia and China relied on the export-oriented strategy to have achieved industrialization. However, in the next period, the growth rate of international trade will be significantly lower than that of GDP. Coupled with the de-globalization trend in developed countries, the global development needs new ideas. China and countries along the Belt and Road can promote industrialization centering on infrastructure construction, with the manufacturing industry as the core and developing countries cooperation as the main content to promote new-type globalization. China has leading manufacturing and trade capacity of the world, and strategically advocates principles of extensive consultation, shared benefits and joint contribution, therefore, the Belt and Road Initiative has a profound driving power. It is expected by 2030, 2.4 billion people with low-income along the Belt and Road will be transformed into high-income population, and then China would have a population of 1.4 billion with high income.
文摘This paper conveys a cross-cultural understanding of the Chinese "Belt and Road Initiative"(BRI)using principles of western rhetoric as basis for inter- pretation.Thus,an American perspective is stressed.Most specifically,Kenneth Burke's Dramatistic Pentad is used for initial clarification along with the explana- tion of how further understanding can be realized via Fantasy Theme Analysis to better appreciate the expression of rhetorical vision.Recognition of how BRI can be understood differently,depending on the cultural context,is emphasized.This is couched in the contextual framing of mass media influences as explained by Marshall McLuhan.
