IT＇S not easy to drive to Zham. The small town in Tibet Autonomous Region, near the border between China and Nepal, is located in a valley and visitors must follow a winding mountain road for hours to get there. The ...IT＇S not easy to drive to Zham. The small town in Tibet Autonomous Region, near the border between China and Nepal, is located in a valley and visitors must follow a winding mountain road for hours to get there. The road is well built, but it＇s narrow and often carries vehicles beyond its capacity - trucks, tourist buses, off-road vehicles and cars can grind to a near halt in the traffic, which gets worse the closer drivers get to the town. On the final stretch, the road narrows to a single lane causing gridlock. A casual glance at their plates reveals they are p^imarily Nepalese. The traffic iam and the exotic Nepalese trucks add to the mysterious air of Zham, which is only around 100 km away from Kathmandu. Nepal＇s capital. Every day before customs open the border, there are already queues on both sides. Travelers, business people and local residents from both countries wait eagerly.展开更多
Recent discoveries of ophiolites indicate that there must be a Palaeotethyan geosuture zone bordering China and Vietnam, which separates the Vietbac block from the South China subcontinent. The Indosinian foreland fol...Recent discoveries of ophiolites indicate that there must be a Palaeotethyan geosuture zone bordering China and Vietnam, which separates the Vietbac block from the South China subcontinent. The Indosinian foreland fold-and-thrust belt bordering Yunnan and Guangxi provided further evidence for the palaeotethysides. The oceanic crust was subducted southwestwards while the magmatic arc migrated northeastwards, and the continent-arc collision occurred in the Late Triassic with the thrusting being extended towards the north or northeast. The features of thrust-nappe structure are discussed, which proved the continental margin of the Palaeotethyan ocean there to be a complicated one. A face-to-face collision occurred first along the NW-striking segment and then along the ENE-striking segment accompanied by transpression or oblique thrusting occurring along the NW-striking one.展开更多
The paleohydrogeologic condition and the tectonic stress field during the mineralization epoch of the Au (Cu) ore fluid in the bordering orogenic belt of Simao-Nanping basin reveal that the complicated paleohydrodynam...The paleohydrogeologic condition and the tectonic stress field during the mineralization epoch of the Au (Cu) ore fluid in the bordering orogenic belt of Simao-Nanping basin reveal that the complicated paleohydrodynamic condition during the Devonian-Carboniferous period in the northern Ailao-shan was favorable for the pre-enrichment of the mineral elements, and that the migration and the distribution of the groundwater were controlled by the tectonic stress field and driven by temperature and hydraulic gradients during the Yanshan-Himalayan movement epoch. Therefore, the determination of the low-pressure zone of the maximum principal stress is effective for the location of the Au deposits (ore spots).展开更多
One main feature of the tectono-paleogeographic evolution of the southern branch of the Paleo-Asian Ocean was that there developed residual marine basins in former backarc/forearc regions after the disappearance of oc...One main feature of the tectono-paleogeographic evolution of the southern branch of the Paleo-Asian Ocean was that there developed residual marine basins in former backarc/forearc regions after the disappearance of oceanic crust.The paper illustrates the viewpoint taking the evolution of Dalandzadgad and Solonker oceanic basins as examples.The Dalandzadgad ocean subducted southwards during the Silurian-Devonian,created an intra-oceanic arc and a backarc basin in southern Mongolia.In addition,a continent marginal arc formed along the national boundary between China and Mongolia,the south of which was a backarc basin.The oceanic basin closed and arc-arc(continent) collision occurred during the early Early Permian,followed by two residual marine basins developing in the former backarc regions,named the South Gobi Basin in southern Mongolia and the Guaizihu Basin in western Inner Mongolia.The Solonker ocean subducted southwards and finally disappeared during the early Middle Permian.Afterwards,two residual marine basins occurred in northern China,the Zhesi Basin being situated in the former backarc region and the Wujiatun Basin in the former forearc region.The late Middle Permian was the most optimum period for the developing residual marine basins,when they covered a vast area.The basin evolution differentiated during the early Late Permian,with a general trend of uplift in the east and of subsidence in the west.The Upper Permian in the South Gobi Basin was characterized by coal-bearing strata hosting economically valuable coal fields.A transgression invaded westwards and the Chandmani-Bayanleg Basin was created in southwest Mongolia during the middle-late stage of the Late Permian.Correspondingly,the coal formation entered a flourishing time,with thick coal beds and sedimentary interbeds.All of these basins,namely,both the marine and nonmarine residual basins,reversed and closed by the end of Permian.展开更多
This study analyzes the potential impact of EU carbon border regulation mechanism(CBAM)on the export of China’s carbon-intensive products.First,we summarized the main content of the CBAM.Next,based on the input-outpu...This study analyzes the potential impact of EU carbon border regulation mechanism(CBAM)on the export of China’s carbon-intensive products.First,we summarized the main content of the CBAM.Next,based on the input-output theory,this study proposes a calculation model for the implicit carbon emissions and indirect carbon emissions from electricity consumption in export products and presents the corresponding calculation results.Based on the scenario analysis method,six carbon tariffscenarios were designed to evaluate the impact of the CBAM on the major export sectors under each scenario.The results showed that in 2021,the implicit carbon emissions in all products exported to Europe from China were approximately 375 million tons,of which the indirect carbon emissions from electricity were approximately 41.8 million tons,accounting for more than 10%.According to the current levy plan,China is expected to be subject to carbon tariffs of approximately USD 1.4 billion,accounting for 0.3%of its total export value to Europe in 2021.Finally,to reduce the adverse effects of CBAM,four measures were proposed from the perspective of the power industry.展开更多
This article examines the evolution of India’s border laws from colonial to post-colonial periods,analyzing the continuities and transformations in legal frameworks governing territorial boundaries.Through historical...This article examines the evolution of India’s border laws from colonial to post-colonial periods,analyzing the continuities and transformations in legal frameworks governing territorial boundaries.Through historical-legal analysis of key legislation,policies,and judicial interpretations,the research demonstrates how colonial border regulations-primarily designed for imperial control-have been selectively preserved,modified,or replaced to serve post-independence imperatives.Findings reveal that 62%of colonial border management mechanisms persisted verbatim in post-colonial legislation,while regional variations created overlapping“legal border zones”with differential adaptation rates.The study identifies a significant shift from administrative boundaries toward securitized frontiers,with a 217%increase in religious and ethnic identifiers in post-1947 border legislation.This legal evolution reflects broader tensions between decolonization aspirations and inherited governance structures,creating what Cons(2016)terms“sensitive spaces”where exceptional legal regimes continue to operate.The research contributes to understanding how post-colonial states navigate the paradox of maintaining sovereignty through legal instruments originally designed for imperial control,with implications for borderland populations who experience persistent“legal liminality”despite constitutional protections.展开更多
At the global themed event of 2025 Lanting Culture Salon:Chinese Calligraphy,we witnessed the inheritance and innovation of the art of calligraphy.Artists,based on the traditional calligraphy,incorporated new creativi...At the global themed event of 2025 Lanting Culture Salon:Chinese Calligraphy,we witnessed the inheritance and innovation of the art of calligraphy.Artists,based on the traditional calligraphy,incorporated new creativity and elements,having the art of calligraphy radiate new vitality and vigor.These activities broke through the traditional exhibition mode by adopting innovative forms such as digital interaction,cross-border creation and immersive experiences.This allowed the visitors to experience the charm of the art of calligraphy through interaction,further promoting communication and popularization of calligraphy culture.展开更多
Preface Here I document some personal memories of Professor Rong-Sheng Zeng,particularly how he had long-lasting influences on the work of my research groups in the USA and in China.The narrative directly crosses poli...Preface Here I document some personal memories of Professor Rong-Sheng Zeng,particularly how he had long-lasting influences on the work of my research groups in the USA and in China.The narrative directly crosses political boundaries,including those of the USA and China.Indirectly,it also involves collaboration of researchers and institutions from Türkiye,Germany,France,Nepal,Russia,the Solomon Islands,and New Caledonia.Collectively,my narrative demonstrates the far-reaching,“butterfly effect”of a dedicated,kind geophysicist in China.展开更多
As the EU's carbon border tax approaches implementation and Generation Z increasingly prioritizes sustainability in their purchasing decisions,ESG has evolved from a moral concern to business survival challenges.B...As the EU's carbon border tax approaches implementation and Generation Z increasingly prioritizes sustainability in their purchasing decisions,ESG has evolved from a moral concern to business survival challenges.By analyzing the latest ESG reports released by prominent apparel brands in the China garment industry,including Bosideng,Anta,Youngor,Li-Ning,and Lilanz,we can see it’s not about a series of emission reduction data but a comprehensive innovation encompassing products,processes,and the entire value chain.展开更多
Mongolia is a landlocked country with limited infrastructure and high dependence on the Xingang Tianjin port in China for imports. This research examines the potential impacts of establishing a dry port in Zamyn-Uud, ...Mongolia is a landlocked country with limited infrastructure and high dependence on the Xingang Tianjin port in China for imports. This research examines the potential impacts of establishing a dry port in Zamyn-Uud, Mongolia, utilizing a system dynamics modeling approach via Vensim software. The study evaluates transportation time, costs, inflation, and logistics performance index improvements, revealing that the establishment of the dry port can reduce transportation costs and delays significantly while enhancing economic growth. The findings offer actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders in addressing logistical inefficiencies and fostering sustainable development in landlocked regions.展开更多
THE people of Xinjiang have always needed to be resilient.Over four-hour flight time from Beijing,Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is located on China’s western border.Historically,Xinjiang’s people have needed to h...THE people of Xinjiang have always needed to be resilient.Over four-hour flight time from Beijing,Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is located on China’s western border.Historically,Xinjiang’s people have needed to hold steadfast against invaders while encouraging trade between China and central Asia,Europe and beyond.For 25 years until 2016,they also witnessed multiple atrocities perpetrated by separatists.展开更多
President Xi Jinping’s message at the Asian Winter Games shows China is seizing the opportunities presented by cross-border winter sports to promote economic growth and international exchanges.
After Donald Trump returned to the White House,the U.S.government launched a host of measures of“tariff wars”.In addition to announcing tariffs on goods imported to the United States from Canada,Mexico and China,the...After Donald Trump returned to the White House,the U.S.government launched a host of measures of“tariff wars”.In addition to announcing tariffs on goods imported to the United States from Canada,Mexico and China,the government also imposed trade restrictions on specific industries including steel,aluminum and copper,as well as advanced plan for“reciprocal tariffs”.Donald Trump claimed that a“tariff war”would correct trade imbalances,boost government revenue and promote the reshoring of manufacturing to the United States.By leveraging tariffs,the U.S.also attempts to achieve goals in border security,illegal immigration and fentanyl control.Undoubtedly at a central position in Trump’s second term in office,the“tariff war”will exert impacts far beyond economic and trade policies and upon the direction of China-U.S.relations.展开更多
Amid ASEAN’s accelerating energy transition,the Advanced Energy Storage Industry Technology and Innovation Alliance(AESIA)drives cross-border collaboration to address grid fragility,aging infrastructure,and investmen...Amid ASEAN’s accelerating energy transition,the Advanced Energy Storage Industry Technology and Innovation Alliance(AESIA)drives cross-border collaboration to address grid fragility,aging infrastructure,and investment gaps.By leveraging China’s tropical-tested solutions(e.g.,grid-stabilizing storage systems)and aligning with ASEAN’s 2030 renewable targets,AESIA focuses on three pillars:adaptive technology(localized storage for solar/wind integration),regional grid interconnection(via the ASEAN Power Grid to share renewable surpluses),and blended finance(mitigating risks for long-duration storage projects).Key initiatives include standardized tropical storage protocols,training ASEAN engineers in microgrid management,and pilot cross-border projects reducing curtailment.By 2030,AESIA aims to scale affordable storage and integrate emerging tech,balancing energy security with decarbonization.This model bridges technical expertise with ASEAN’s dynamic needs,fostering a resilient,inclusive energy future.展开更多
Against the backdrop of globalization and regional economic integration,border tourism,as a unique form of tourism,is increasingly emerging as a significant driving force for promoting economic development in border r...Against the backdrop of globalization and regional economic integration,border tourism,as a unique form of tourism,is increasingly emerging as a significant driving force for promoting economic development in border regions,fostering cultural exchange,and strengthening international cooperation.The northwestern Yunnan region,located in China’s Southwestern frontier,is a key area bordering Southeast and South Asian countries,endowed with abundant border tourism resources.This article delves into the border tourism models and pathways for border development and prosperity in ethnic regions,using a case study of the Northwest Yunnan region to analyze the mechanisms and influencing factors of border tourism in promoting local economic development,social progress,and cultural heritage.This provides empirical evidence for further understanding the development patterns of border tourism and also contributes to strengthening ethnic unity and maintaining harmony and stability in border regions.This study addresses the current research gap in exploring the development models and pathways of border tourism in specific regions,offering valuable references and insights for future related research.展开更多
Scientific understanding of the trade-offs between services is crucial for the scientific management and protection of ecosystems and the formulation of resource management policies.This study integrated meteorologica...Scientific understanding of the trade-offs between services is crucial for the scientific management and protection of ecosystems and the formulation of resource management policies.This study integrated meteorological,land use,and soil data to assess the ecosystem services,namely,water yield(WY),soil erosion(SE),and carbon sinks(CS),in peak-cluster depression basins on the Sino-Vietnamese border in China during 2000-2020.It analyzed the trade-offs and synergistic relationships among the three ecosystem services and their time-lag effects and driving mechanisms with the help of pixel-by-pixel time-lag intercorrelation and geographical de-tector methods.Results show that:1)from 2000 to 2020,the key ecosystem service indicators in the peak-cluster depression basins on the Sino-Vietnamese border in China demonstrated a significant and synergistic trend of positive change.The WY increased at a rate of 11.99 mm/yr,CS increased at a rate of 2.44 g C/(m^(2)∙yr),and SE decreased at a rate of 0.06 t/(ha∙yr).2)Most areas showed a synergistic relationship across the three ecosystem services,and the areas with a trade-off relationship were mostly concentrated in Baise City and the southwest of Chongzuo City,Guangxi.3)The time-lag effect between SE and WY was mostly concentrated in 0 yr,that between SE and CS was mostly concentrated in 5 yr,and that between CS and WY was mostly concentrated in 1 yr.4)Population density was the controlling factor between SE and WY.Vegetation coverage factor is the main controlling factor between SE and CS.The lithologic factor is the main controlling factor between CS and WY.Studying the trade-off relationship of ecosystem services at spatial and tem-poral scales on the Sino-Vietnamese border in China karst areas can provide a basis for regional ecological construction and develop-ment strategies,and it is conducive to meeting regional interest needs,maximizing comprehensive benefits,balancing the ecological en-vironment,and achieving regional sustainable development.展开更多
Against the strategic backdrop of forging and strengthening the consciousness of the Chinese national community in the new era,universities in border areas,as crucial platforms for the integration of multi-ethnic cult...Against the strategic backdrop of forging and strengthening the consciousness of the Chinese national community in the new era,universities in border areas,as crucial platforms for the integration of multi-ethnic cultures,shoulder the significant mission of enhancing ethnic unity and promoting outstanding traditional Chinese culture.As an important carrier of Chinese culture,ethnic music not only contains profound historical memories and emotional identities but also demonstrates a powerful cultural and educational function in the teaching of border universities.Based on the actual situation of universities in border areas,this paper analyzes the unique value of ethnic music in cultivating students’national identity,cultural identity,and emotional identity,and explores effective paths for it to empower the forging and strengthening of the consciousness of the Chinese national community in teaching practice.By combining policy orientations and teaching status quo,the paper points out the main dilemmas such as single curriculum content,insufficient integration of ideological and political education,and a lack of practical resources,and proposes countermeasures such as strengthening the integration of ideological and political education,optimizing the curriculum structure,and expanding practical platforms.Through the deepening and innovation of ethnic music education,border universities can effectively enhance students’cultural consciousness and cultural confidence,providing solid educational support for forging and strengthening the consciousness of the Chinese national community.This paper has positive significance for promoting the high-quality development of education in border universities and constructing a new-era ethnic unity and progress education system.展开更多
文摘IT＇S not easy to drive to Zham. The small town in Tibet Autonomous Region, near the border between China and Nepal, is located in a valley and visitors must follow a winding mountain road for hours to get there. The road is well built, but it＇s narrow and often carries vehicles beyond its capacity - trucks, tourist buses, off-road vehicles and cars can grind to a near halt in the traffic, which gets worse the closer drivers get to the town. On the final stretch, the road narrows to a single lane causing gridlock. A casual glance at their plates reveals they are p^imarily Nepalese. The traffic iam and the exotic Nepalese trucks add to the mysterious air of Zham, which is only around 100 km away from Kathmandu. Nepal＇s capital. Every day before customs open the border, there are already queues on both sides. Travelers, business people and local residents from both countries wait eagerly.
文摘Recent discoveries of ophiolites indicate that there must be a Palaeotethyan geosuture zone bordering China and Vietnam, which separates the Vietbac block from the South China subcontinent. The Indosinian foreland fold-and-thrust belt bordering Yunnan and Guangxi provided further evidence for the palaeotethysides. The oceanic crust was subducted southwestwards while the magmatic arc migrated northeastwards, and the continent-arc collision occurred in the Late Triassic with the thrusting being extended towards the north or northeast. The features of thrust-nappe structure are discussed, which proved the continental margin of the Palaeotethyan ocean there to be a complicated one. A face-to-face collision occurred first along the NW-striking segment and then along the ENE-striking segment accompanied by transpression or oblique thrusting occurring along the NW-striking one.
基金This paper is supported by NKBRSF Project (No. G1999043205) the Returned Studenes Fund of CME.
文摘The paleohydrogeologic condition and the tectonic stress field during the mineralization epoch of the Au (Cu) ore fluid in the bordering orogenic belt of Simao-Nanping basin reveal that the complicated paleohydrodynamic condition during the Devonian-Carboniferous period in the northern Ailao-shan was favorable for the pre-enrichment of the mineral elements, and that the migration and the distribution of the groundwater were controlled by the tectonic stress field and driven by temperature and hydraulic gradients during the Yanshan-Himalayan movement epoch. Therefore, the determination of the low-pressure zone of the maximum principal stress is effective for the location of the Au deposits (ore spots).
文摘One main feature of the tectono-paleogeographic evolution of the southern branch of the Paleo-Asian Ocean was that there developed residual marine basins in former backarc/forearc regions after the disappearance of oceanic crust.The paper illustrates the viewpoint taking the evolution of Dalandzadgad and Solonker oceanic basins as examples.The Dalandzadgad ocean subducted southwards during the Silurian-Devonian,created an intra-oceanic arc and a backarc basin in southern Mongolia.In addition,a continent marginal arc formed along the national boundary between China and Mongolia,the south of which was a backarc basin.The oceanic basin closed and arc-arc(continent) collision occurred during the early Early Permian,followed by two residual marine basins developing in the former backarc regions,named the South Gobi Basin in southern Mongolia and the Guaizihu Basin in western Inner Mongolia.The Solonker ocean subducted southwards and finally disappeared during the early Middle Permian.Afterwards,two residual marine basins occurred in northern China,the Zhesi Basin being situated in the former backarc region and the Wujiatun Basin in the former forearc region.The late Middle Permian was the most optimum period for the developing residual marine basins,when they covered a vast area.The basin evolution differentiated during the early Late Permian,with a general trend of uplift in the east and of subsidence in the west.The Upper Permian in the South Gobi Basin was characterized by coal-bearing strata hosting economically valuable coal fields.A transgression invaded westwards and the Chandmani-Bayanleg Basin was created in southwest Mongolia during the middle-late stage of the Late Permian.Correspondingly,the coal formation entered a flourishing time,with thick coal beds and sedimentary interbeds.All of these basins,namely,both the marine and nonmarine residual basins,reversed and closed by the end of Permian.
文摘This study analyzes the potential impact of EU carbon border regulation mechanism(CBAM)on the export of China’s carbon-intensive products.First,we summarized the main content of the CBAM.Next,based on the input-output theory,this study proposes a calculation model for the implicit carbon emissions and indirect carbon emissions from electricity consumption in export products and presents the corresponding calculation results.Based on the scenario analysis method,six carbon tariffscenarios were designed to evaluate the impact of the CBAM on the major export sectors under each scenario.The results showed that in 2021,the implicit carbon emissions in all products exported to Europe from China were approximately 375 million tons,of which the indirect carbon emissions from electricity were approximately 41.8 million tons,accounting for more than 10%.According to the current levy plan,China is expected to be subject to carbon tariffs of approximately USD 1.4 billion,accounting for 0.3%of its total export value to Europe in 2021.Finally,to reduce the adverse effects of CBAM,four measures were proposed from the perspective of the power industry.
文摘This article examines the evolution of India’s border laws from colonial to post-colonial periods,analyzing the continuities and transformations in legal frameworks governing territorial boundaries.Through historical-legal analysis of key legislation,policies,and judicial interpretations,the research demonstrates how colonial border regulations-primarily designed for imperial control-have been selectively preserved,modified,or replaced to serve post-independence imperatives.Findings reveal that 62%of colonial border management mechanisms persisted verbatim in post-colonial legislation,while regional variations created overlapping“legal border zones”with differential adaptation rates.The study identifies a significant shift from administrative boundaries toward securitized frontiers,with a 217%increase in religious and ethnic identifiers in post-1947 border legislation.This legal evolution reflects broader tensions between decolonization aspirations and inherited governance structures,creating what Cons(2016)terms“sensitive spaces”where exceptional legal regimes continue to operate.The research contributes to understanding how post-colonial states navigate the paradox of maintaining sovereignty through legal instruments originally designed for imperial control,with implications for borderland populations who experience persistent“legal liminality”despite constitutional protections.
文摘At the global themed event of 2025 Lanting Culture Salon:Chinese Calligraphy,we witnessed the inheritance and innovation of the art of calligraphy.Artists,based on the traditional calligraphy,incorporated new creativity and elements,having the art of calligraphy radiate new vitality and vigor.These activities broke through the traditional exhibition mode by adopting innovative forms such as digital interaction,cross-border creation and immersive experiences.This allowed the visitors to experience the charm of the art of calligraphy through interaction,further promoting communication and popularization of calligraphy culture.
基金supported by many grants from the National Science Foundation of the USA and the Natural Science Foundation of China under grant 91858205.
文摘Preface Here I document some personal memories of Professor Rong-Sheng Zeng,particularly how he had long-lasting influences on the work of my research groups in the USA and in China.The narrative directly crosses political boundaries,including those of the USA and China.Indirectly,it also involves collaboration of researchers and institutions from Türkiye,Germany,France,Nepal,Russia,the Solomon Islands,and New Caledonia.Collectively,my narrative demonstrates the far-reaching,“butterfly effect”of a dedicated,kind geophysicist in China.
文摘As the EU's carbon border tax approaches implementation and Generation Z increasingly prioritizes sustainability in their purchasing decisions,ESG has evolved from a moral concern to business survival challenges.By analyzing the latest ESG reports released by prominent apparel brands in the China garment industry,including Bosideng,Anta,Youngor,Li-Ning,and Lilanz,we can see it’s not about a series of emission reduction data but a comprehensive innovation encompassing products,processes,and the entire value chain.
文摘Mongolia is a landlocked country with limited infrastructure and high dependence on the Xingang Tianjin port in China for imports. This research examines the potential impacts of establishing a dry port in Zamyn-Uud, Mongolia, utilizing a system dynamics modeling approach via Vensim software. The study evaluates transportation time, costs, inflation, and logistics performance index improvements, revealing that the establishment of the dry port can reduce transportation costs and delays significantly while enhancing economic growth. The findings offer actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders in addressing logistical inefficiencies and fostering sustainable development in landlocked regions.
文摘THE people of Xinjiang have always needed to be resilient.Over four-hour flight time from Beijing,Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is located on China’s western border.Historically,Xinjiang’s people have needed to hold steadfast against invaders while encouraging trade between China and central Asia,Europe and beyond.For 25 years until 2016,they also witnessed multiple atrocities perpetrated by separatists.
文摘President Xi Jinping’s message at the Asian Winter Games shows China is seizing the opportunities presented by cross-border winter sports to promote economic growth and international exchanges.
文摘After Donald Trump returned to the White House,the U.S.government launched a host of measures of“tariff wars”.In addition to announcing tariffs on goods imported to the United States from Canada,Mexico and China,the government also imposed trade restrictions on specific industries including steel,aluminum and copper,as well as advanced plan for“reciprocal tariffs”.Donald Trump claimed that a“tariff war”would correct trade imbalances,boost government revenue and promote the reshoring of manufacturing to the United States.By leveraging tariffs,the U.S.also attempts to achieve goals in border security,illegal immigration and fentanyl control.Undoubtedly at a central position in Trump’s second term in office,the“tariff war”will exert impacts far beyond economic and trade policies and upon the direction of China-U.S.relations.
文摘Amid ASEAN’s accelerating energy transition,the Advanced Energy Storage Industry Technology and Innovation Alliance(AESIA)drives cross-border collaboration to address grid fragility,aging infrastructure,and investment gaps.By leveraging China’s tropical-tested solutions(e.g.,grid-stabilizing storage systems)and aligning with ASEAN’s 2030 renewable targets,AESIA focuses on three pillars:adaptive technology(localized storage for solar/wind integration),regional grid interconnection(via the ASEAN Power Grid to share renewable surpluses),and blended finance(mitigating risks for long-duration storage projects).Key initiatives include standardized tropical storage protocols,training ASEAN engineers in microgrid management,and pilot cross-border projects reducing curtailment.By 2030,AESIA aims to scale affordable storage and integrate emerging tech,balancing energy security with decarbonization.This model bridges technical expertise with ASEAN’s dynamic needs,fostering a resilient,inclusive energy future.
文摘Against the backdrop of globalization and regional economic integration,border tourism,as a unique form of tourism,is increasingly emerging as a significant driving force for promoting economic development in border regions,fostering cultural exchange,and strengthening international cooperation.The northwestern Yunnan region,located in China’s Southwestern frontier,is a key area bordering Southeast and South Asian countries,endowed with abundant border tourism resources.This article delves into the border tourism models and pathways for border development and prosperity in ethnic regions,using a case study of the Northwest Yunnan region to analyze the mechanisms and influencing factors of border tourism in promoting local economic development,social progress,and cultural heritage.This provides empirical evidence for further understanding the development patterns of border tourism and also contributes to strengthening ethnic unity and maintaining harmony and stability in border regions.This study addresses the current research gap in exploring the development models and pathways of border tourism in specific regions,offering valuable references and insights for future related research.
基金Under the auspices of National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42061020)Natural Science Foundation of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region(No.2018JJA150135)+2 种基金Guangxi Key Research and Development Program(No.AA18118038)Science and Technology Department of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region(No.2019AC20088)High Level Talent Introduction Project of Beibu Gulf University(No.2019KYQD28)。
文摘Scientific understanding of the trade-offs between services is crucial for the scientific management and protection of ecosystems and the formulation of resource management policies.This study integrated meteorological,land use,and soil data to assess the ecosystem services,namely,water yield(WY),soil erosion(SE),and carbon sinks(CS),in peak-cluster depression basins on the Sino-Vietnamese border in China during 2000-2020.It analyzed the trade-offs and synergistic relationships among the three ecosystem services and their time-lag effects and driving mechanisms with the help of pixel-by-pixel time-lag intercorrelation and geographical de-tector methods.Results show that:1)from 2000 to 2020,the key ecosystem service indicators in the peak-cluster depression basins on the Sino-Vietnamese border in China demonstrated a significant and synergistic trend of positive change.The WY increased at a rate of 11.99 mm/yr,CS increased at a rate of 2.44 g C/(m^(2)∙yr),and SE decreased at a rate of 0.06 t/(ha∙yr).2)Most areas showed a synergistic relationship across the three ecosystem services,and the areas with a trade-off relationship were mostly concentrated in Baise City and the southwest of Chongzuo City,Guangxi.3)The time-lag effect between SE and WY was mostly concentrated in 0 yr,that between SE and CS was mostly concentrated in 5 yr,and that between CS and WY was mostly concentrated in 1 yr.4)Population density was the controlling factor between SE and WY.Vegetation coverage factor is the main controlling factor between SE and CS.The lithologic factor is the main controlling factor between CS and WY.Studying the trade-off relationship of ecosystem services at spatial and tem-poral scales on the Sino-Vietnamese border in China karst areas can provide a basis for regional ecological construction and develop-ment strategies,and it is conducive to meeting regional interest needs,maximizing comprehensive benefits,balancing the ecological en-vironment,and achieving regional sustainable development.
基金This paper is the research result of the 2023 Undergraduate Teaching Reform Project of Higher Education in Guangxi,“Research on the Teaching Practice Model of Minority Music in Universities under the Background of Forging and Strengthening the Consciousness of the Chinese National Community”(2023JGA234).
文摘Against the strategic backdrop of forging and strengthening the consciousness of the Chinese national community in the new era,universities in border areas,as crucial platforms for the integration of multi-ethnic cultures,shoulder the significant mission of enhancing ethnic unity and promoting outstanding traditional Chinese culture.As an important carrier of Chinese culture,ethnic music not only contains profound historical memories and emotional identities but also demonstrates a powerful cultural and educational function in the teaching of border universities.Based on the actual situation of universities in border areas,this paper analyzes the unique value of ethnic music in cultivating students’national identity,cultural identity,and emotional identity,and explores effective paths for it to empower the forging and strengthening of the consciousness of the Chinese national community in teaching practice.By combining policy orientations and teaching status quo,the paper points out the main dilemmas such as single curriculum content,insufficient integration of ideological and political education,and a lack of practical resources,and proposes countermeasures such as strengthening the integration of ideological and political education,optimizing the curriculum structure,and expanding practical platforms.Through the deepening and innovation of ethnic music education,border universities can effectively enhance students’cultural consciousness and cultural confidence,providing solid educational support for forging and strengthening the consciousness of the Chinese national community.This paper has positive significance for promoting the high-quality development of education in border universities and constructing a new-era ethnic unity and progress education system.
