http://www.unodc.org/documents/data-and-analysis/Afghanistan/Afghan_Opium_Trade_2009_web.pdf
Describes the consequences of the opium and heroin trafficked from Afghanistan annually on the health and security of countries along the Balkan and Eurasian trade routes to Russia, Europe, China, and India. From the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime.
Presents an open source assessment of the capability of China to conduct computer network operations during peacetime and, for hostile purposes, during periods of conflict. From the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission.
http://www.ers.usda.gov/Publications/ERR81/ERR81.pdf
Reports that agricultural and wildlife smuggling primarily include luxury goods, ethnic foods, and specialty goods, such as traditional medicines. Most smuggled agricultural goods originate in Mexico and China. From the Economic Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture
http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RL30341_20090817.pdf
Explores the ambiguities in the official U.S. policy toward China and Taiwan. Offers a selection of key statements from documents and diplomats since the Nixon Administration. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.
http://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/dispu_e/363r_e.pdf
Report of a panel upholding U.S. complaints against China in regard to Chinese marketing restrictions against foreign reading materials, films, and sound recordings. Finds that Chinese restrictions on marketing of imported items are inconsistent with its world trade obligations. From the World Trade Organization.
http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RL34729_20090713.pdf
This report analyzes China's mixed record on human rights incuding major human rights problems, new human rights legislation, and the development of civil society, legal awareness, and social and political activism. Also discusses U.S. efforts to advance human rights in China. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.
http://www.ndu.edu/inss/Strforum/SF242/SF242.pdf
This paper focuses on how to address the challenges posed by Chinese development of advanced strategic and military capabilities that might threaten U.S. interests while pursuing a broader policy of engagement and cooperation. From the Institute for National Strategic Studies of the National Defense University
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2009/july/126592.htm
Formal document of agreement at the conclusion of the first round of the U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue to coordinate efforts to combat global climate change, promote clean energy, protect the environment, and support sustainable, low-carbon economic growth. From the State Department.
http://www.eia.doe.gov/emeu/cabs/China/pdf.pdf
Describes the rapid development of the Chinese economy and the increased demand for energy which has transformed China from a net exporter of oil in the 1990s to the world's third largest net importer of oil by 2006. Provides statistics on energy production and consumption in China. From the Energy Information Administration.
http://www.ers.usda.gov/Publications/EIB52/EIB52.pdf
U.S. food imports from China tripled in value between 2001 and 2008, but concerns have been raised by weak Chinese enforcement of food safety standards, heavy use of agricultural chemicals, and widespread environmental pollution. Also covers refusals of food imports from China and efforts to improve Chinese food safety. From the Economic Research Service.
http://www.strategicstudiesinstitute.army.mil/pubs/display.cfm?pubID=924
Illustrates the key characteristics of Chinese philosophy, history, and domestic factors that shape the strategic objectives of Chinese foreign policy and drive their desire to play a more prominent role in the world community. From the Strategic Studies Institute of the U.S. Army War College
