Great Wall Of China
2004 Summary of China Request to U.S. Under Article 9 of the 1970 UNESCO Convention
The Government of China attaches great importance to the protection of cultural heritage and has instituted a system of laws to protect archaeological sites and archaeological objects. In 1950, just a year after the founding of the People's Republic of China, the government promulgated the Provisional Methods on the Prohibition of Export of Rare Cultural Relics and Books and the Provisional Methods Governing Survey and Excavation of Ancient Cultural Sites and Tombs. In addition, Article 22 of the Constitution of the People's Republic of China stipulates "places of historic interest and scenic beauty, rare cultural relics and other important historical and cultural heritage are protected by the State". Articles on the protection of artifacts are included in the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China. The Cultural Relics Protection Law of the People's Republic of China was passed in 1982 and amen ... [Read More]
Tips for Travelers to China
How to Prepare for a Safe Trip A little planning and knowledge will go a long way toward making your trip to the PRC go smoothly. Learning more about China and obeying the laws and respecting the customs will make your stay as pleasant and incident-free as possible. Consular Information Sheets, Public Announcements & Travel Warnings [Read More]
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China's Record of Proliferation Activities
While we too share this desire, I must report to you today that we continue to see problems in the proliferant behavior of certain Chinese entities and remain deeply concerned about the Chinese government's often narrow interpretation of nonproliferation commitments and lack of enforcement of nonproliferation regulations. The government of China has not done enough to ensure that all Chinese entities abide by the nonproliferation commitments the Chinese government has made. This has an impact on our bilateral relationship. As Secretary Powell said last year, "China's fulfillment of its nonproliferation commitments would be crucial to determining the quality of the United States -- China relationship." ... [Read More]
THE UNITED STATES AND ASIA-PACIFIC SECURITY:BIBLIOGRAPHY
Nathan, Andrew J. and Ross, Robert S. THE GREAT WALL AND THEEMPTY FORTRESS: CHINA'S SEARCH FOR SECURITY. New York, NY: Norton, 1997. 268p. ... Dalrymple, Rawdon. CONTINENTAL DRIFT: THE CASE OF AUSTRALIA (The Virginia Quarterly Review, vol. 73, no. 1, Winter1997, pp.28-42) ... Mack, Andrew. POTENTIAL, NOT PROLIFERATION (Bulletin of theAtomic Scientists, vol. 53, no. 4, July/August 1997, pp.48-52) ... [Read More]
Department of State Washington File: Byliner: Commerce Secretary Analyzes U.S.-China Trade Relations
In northeastern China, the state still owns or controls a majority interest of roughly 90% of all enterprises. Not surprisingly, that region now supplies only 8% of China's output -- down from 14% in 1981. Government control over the means of production radically distorts economic conditions, undermines efficient capital usage and compromises long-term potential. In addition, it creates a tilted playing field. ... Last year, I advised China to lift its capital controls so that its entrepreneurs could experience greater financial freedom. Capital controls also compromise prosperity by misallocating a country's wealth. The unsound banking practices funded through the capital controls are equally troubling. China's state-run banks routinely extend loans to state-owned enterprises that are not expected to be repaid. As a result, there is a disturbing level of nonperforming loans in the portfolios of China's state-run banking system. Today, the big four state banks in China are, essentially, insolvent. ... [Read More]
Strong Cooperation Supports U.S.-China Ties, State's Larson Says - US Department of State
Transportation infrastructure is a key element of agricultural efficiency. The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences estimates that transport and logistics accounts for 20 percent or more of the retail price of goods. China is investing heavily in highways and ports, but much greater investments are needed. The government maintains a monopoly on the rail system, which is contributing to a shortage of rail cars and rail services. Large amounts of investment, including foreign investment, are needed to provide the modern ports, roads and railroads that will connect rural China to the global economy. ... [Read More]
Chinese Weapons Proliferation Threat a Major U.S. Concern - US Department of State
China continues to ignore its responsibility as a newly emerged global economic player to control the flow of weapons and weapons technology out of its borders to the hands of dangerous people, said a U.S. official in Beijing who asked not to be identified. This threatens the security not only of the world, but of China itself, he said. Even though China has demonstrated openness in regard to the control of imports of dual-use technology, much more must be done to stop the leakage of dangerous technology outward, and fast, he said. ... [Read More]
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