Swem Government Information - China

Addiction, Crime, and Insurgency: The Transnational Threat of Afghan Opium

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:55:00 -0500

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.

Capability of the People's Republic of China to Conduct Cyber Warfare & Computer Network Expl

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 09:37:00 -0500

http://www.uscc.gov/researchpapers/2009/NorthropGrumman_PRC_Cyber_Paper_FINAL_Approved%20Report_16Oct2009.pdf 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.

The Economics of Agricultural and Wildlife Smuggling

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:21:00 -0500

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

China/Taiwan: Evolution of the One China Policy: Key Statements from Washington, Beijing and Taipei

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 07:44:00 -0500

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.

China: Measures Affecting … Certain Publications and Audiovisual Entertainment Products

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:27:00 -0500

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.

Human Rights in China: Trends and Policy Implications

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:44:00 -0500

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.

Managing Strategic Competition with China

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:50:00 -0500

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

Memorandum of Understanding to Enhance Cooperation on Climate Change, Energy and the Environment

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:38:00 -0500

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.

Country Analysis Brief: China

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:36:00 -0500

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.

Imports from China and Food Safety Issues

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 09:22:00 -0500

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.

China's Strategic Culture: A Perspective for the United States

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:25:00 -0500

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

Taiwan's Political Status: Historical Background and Ongoing Implications

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:43:00 -0500

http://assets.opencrs.com/rpts/RS22388_20090507.pdf Summarizes U.S. political history with Taiwan and the complications it poses for current U.S. foreign policy. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by OpenCRS.org.

Congressional Oversight and Related Issues Concerning International Security Agreements Concluded by

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:23:00 -0500

http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R40614.pdf Provides a general background on the types of international agreements that are binding on the U.S., discusses historical precedents as to the role that security agreements have taken, and concludes with an assessment of the oversight role that Congress plays in U.S. implementation of international agreements. From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists.

Refugees and Asylees: 2008

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:36:00 -0500

http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/statistics/publications/ois_rfa_fr_2008.pdf Providess information on the number of persons admitted to the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum in the U.S. in 2008. Reports that a total of 60,108 persons were admitted as refugees during 2008. The leading countries of nationality for refugees were Burma, Iraq, and Bhutan. 22,930 persons were granted asylum with the leading countries of nationality being China, Colombia, and Haiti. From the Office of Immigration Statistics of the Department of Homeland Security.

Unclassified Report to Congress on the Acquisition of Technology Relating to WMD …

Thu, 14 May 2009 09:01:00 -0500

http://www.fas.org/irp/threat/wmd-acq2008.pdf Latest report to Congress by the intelligence community for the year 2008 on the activities of various countries in acquiring weapons of mass destruction and advanced conventional arms. This report covers Iran, Syria, and North Korea. Also covers the actions of China, North Korea, and Russia in selling dual use technologies to entities in the Middle East and South Asia. From the Deputy Director of National Intelligence, posted by the Federation of American Scientists.