Investments in rural land for agriculture, timber, and other natural resource purposes occur frequently and globally. Fundamental principles of liberty and property found in the United States of America’s (“US”) le...Investments in rural land for agriculture, timber, and other natural resource purposes occur frequently and globally. Fundamental principles of liberty and property found in the United States of America’s (“US”) legal system, from its origins to recent US Supreme Court decisions, continue to positively benefit holders of real estate in the Southern US, through a deep-rooted public policy of supporting private property rights and rural economic development. This stable rule of law enhances the long-term adaptability and sustainability of timberland as an asset class. This article is a commentary. It combines legal research methodology with the observations and conclusions of the authors. Its purpose is to demonstrate that the existence of alienable, documentable ownership, and related property rights create inherent stability and security. These principles form the basis of a culture that is defined by the rule of law and is “open for business.” This business mindset is particularly prevalent in the Southern US.展开更多
In April, the Ministry of Public Health announced the shutdown of the National Committee for Oral Health (NCOH). Corruption, it seems, has once again raised its ugly head. This organization, which is not an agency und...In April, the Ministry of Public Health announced the shutdown of the National Committee for Oral Health (NCOH). Corruption, it seems, has once again raised its ugly head. This organization, which is not an agency under the government, but has some government affiliation, allegedly has raked in millions of yuan in illegal profits for the past 18 years by making unauthorized approvals for oral health care products. It is widely believed that the situation involving NCOH reflects the lack of government credit management because of the loopholes in the overall system. Commenting on NCOH dissolution, Professor Li Shuguang from China University of Political Science and Law believes that, while to reform public service units within a short period of time is important, the final solution is to set up a system that is based on the rule of law.展开更多
文摘Investments in rural land for agriculture, timber, and other natural resource purposes occur frequently and globally. Fundamental principles of liberty and property found in the United States of America’s (“US”) legal system, from its origins to recent US Supreme Court decisions, continue to positively benefit holders of real estate in the Southern US, through a deep-rooted public policy of supporting private property rights and rural economic development. This stable rule of law enhances the long-term adaptability and sustainability of timberland as an asset class. This article is a commentary. It combines legal research methodology with the observations and conclusions of the authors. Its purpose is to demonstrate that the existence of alienable, documentable ownership, and related property rights create inherent stability and security. These principles form the basis of a culture that is defined by the rule of law and is “open for business.” This business mindset is particularly prevalent in the Southern US.
文摘In April, the Ministry of Public Health announced the shutdown of the National Committee for Oral Health (NCOH). Corruption, it seems, has once again raised its ugly head. This organization, which is not an agency under the government, but has some government affiliation, allegedly has raked in millions of yuan in illegal profits for the past 18 years by making unauthorized approvals for oral health care products. It is widely believed that the situation involving NCOH reflects the lack of government credit management because of the loopholes in the overall system. Commenting on NCOH dissolution, Professor Li Shuguang from China University of Political Science and Law believes that, while to reform public service units within a short period of time is important, the final solution is to set up a system that is based on the rule of law.