China’s environmental governance strategy provides a distinctive pathway for integrating sustainable development into national policy.Understanding its policy trajectory is essential for assessing China’s contributi...China’s environmental governance strategy provides a distinctive pathway for integrating sustainable development into national policy.Understanding its policy trajectory is essential for assessing China’s contribution to global sustainable development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs).This study constructs a comprehensive database of 425 national environmental governance policy documents issued between 1978 and 2022 and applies Latent Dirichlet Allocation(LDA)modeling to examine the evolution of policy themes and discourse.The results show that China’s environmental governance has undergone four stages-initial exploration,detailed development,transformative leap,and diverse prosperity-reflecting a progressive shift toward more integrated and coordinated governance.Policy priorities have evolved from a primary focus on pollution control and energy transition to an emphasis on institutional construction and organizational reform,thereby strengthening alignment with the SDGs.This transformation is characterized by recurring developmental themes and increasingly preventive,forward-looking,and system-oriented governance approaches.Moreover,the co-evolution of policy concepts and implementation has driven a transition from localized,end-of-pipe responses to comprehensive governance frameworks,alongside a shift from normative guidance towards effectiveness-oriented policy design.By employing a data-driven text analysis approach,this study offers a systematic framework for tracing long-term policy evolution and assessing its implications for sustainable development.展开更多
Purpose:Policies have often,albeit inadvertently,overlooked certain scientific insights,especially in the handling of complex events.This study aims to systematically uncover and evaluate pivotal scientific insights t...Purpose:Policies have often,albeit inadvertently,overlooked certain scientific insights,especially in the handling of complex events.This study aims to systematically uncover and evaluate pivotal scientific insights that have been underrepresented in policy documents by leveraging extensive datasets from policy texts and scholarly publications.Design/methodology/approach:This article introduces a research framework aimed at excavating scientific insights that have been overlooked by policy,encompassing four integral parts:data acquisition and preprocessing,the identification of overlooked content through thematic analysis,the discovery of overlooked content via keyword analysis,and a comprehensive analysis and discussion of the overlooked content.Leveraging this framework,the research conducts an in-depth exploration of the scientific content overlooked by policies during the COVID-19 pandemic.Findings:During the COVID-19 pandemic,scientific information in four domains was overlooked by policy:psychological state of the populace,environmental issues,the role of computer technology,and public relations.These findings indicate a systematic underrepresentation of important scientific insights in policy.Research limitations:This study is subject to two key limitations.Firstly,the text analysis method—relying on pre-extracted keywords and thematic structures—may not fully capture the nuanced context and complexity of scientific insights in policy documents.Secondly,the focus on a limited set of case studies restricts the broader applicability of the conclusions across diverse situations.Practical implications:The study introduces a quantitative framework using text analysis to identify overlooked scientific content in policy,bridging the gap between science and policy.It also highlights overlooked scientific information during COVID-19,promoting more evidence-based and robust policies through improved science-policy integration.Originality/value:This paper provides new ideas and methods for excavating scientific information that has been overlooked by policy,further deepens the understanding of the interaction between policy and science during the COVID-19 period,and lays the foundation for the more rational use of scientific information in policy-making.展开更多
Innovation and Development Policy,简称“IDP”,中文名:《创新与发展政策(英文)》,是由中国科学院主管,中国科学院科技战略咨询研究院、中国科学学与科技政策研究会共同主办,国内外发行(ISSN:2096-5141,CN:10-1513/D)的英文国际期刊...Innovation and Development Policy,简称“IDP”,中文名:《创新与发展政策(英文)》,是由中国科学院主管,中国科学院科技战略咨询研究院、中国科学学与科技政策研究会共同主办,国内外发行(ISSN:2096-5141,CN:10-1513/D)的英文国际期刊。目前期刊每年出版两期。已发表论文在期刊网站可以自由获取,http://idp-journal.casisd.cn/browse/al/al2019/。展开更多
Innovation and Development Policy简称“IDP”,中文名《创新与发展政策(英文)》,是由中国科学院主管,中国科学院科技战略咨询研究院、中国科学学与科技政策研究会共同主办,国内外发行(ISSN:2096-5141,CN:10-1513/D)的英文国际期刊。...Innovation and Development Policy简称“IDP”,中文名《创新与发展政策(英文)》,是由中国科学院主管,中国科学院科技战略咨询研究院、中国科学学与科技政策研究会共同主办,国内外发行(ISSN:2096-5141,CN:10-1513/D)的英文国际期刊。目前期刊每年出版四期。已发表论文在期刊网站可以自由获取,http://idp-journal.casisd.cn/browse/al/al2019/。展开更多
Integrated land and resource planning is critical for achieving global sustainability goals,yet a persistent chasm separates policy ambition from on-the-ground outcomes.The review article undertakes a comparative eval...Integrated land and resource planning is critical for achieving global sustainability goals,yet a persistent chasm separates policy ambition from on-the-ground outcomes.The review article undertakes a comparative evaluation across the world to diagnose the systemic gaps of the policy that is leading to this implementation failure.We come up with a general typology of 5 categories of gaps that are interconnected:spatial-temporal mismatches,institutional fragmentation,the knowledge-action divide,lack of equity and justice,and broken monitoring and feedback loops.In a comparative study of the High-Income Countries,Rapidly Developing Economies,and Low-Income Countries,we show how these universal gaps are reflected in specific contextual syndromes,which are defined by the political economy,state capacity,and global integration.As can be seen in the analysis,these failures are not stand-alone but exist in a vicious,self-perpetuating cycle that is based on power asymmetries,institutional path dependency,and scale mismatches.In order to break this cycle,we suggest a revolutionary structure of action,which is structured around integration,adaptive management,and justice.The framework identifies the specific operation strategies,such as developing meta-governance formations and establishing community tenure to implement participatory monitoring,and aligning a multi-scale agenda.We infer that the implementation gap must be bridged by going beyond technical solutions to ensure a virtuous circle of legitimate learning-oriented governance that can address the complexity of socio-ecological conditions of the Anthropocene.展开更多
African exporters and the business community have welcomed the elimination of customs duties on exports to China,and companies are already preparing to access this vast market of more than 1.4 billion consumers.China...African exporters and the business community have welcomed the elimination of customs duties on exports to China,and companies are already preparing to access this vast market of more than 1.4 billion consumers.China’s new tariff policy is intended to boost trade flows in favour of African economies.“This zero-tariff policy towards Africa aims to open a new chapter in the annals of Sino-African solidarity,”said Wang Yi,China’s minister of foreign affairs,during a press conference held on the sidelines of the Two Sessions held in March.展开更多
Avery significant event in China’s political calendar took place in Beijing in early March,and,as usual,it was more than optics.The fourth sessions of the 14th National People’s Congress(NPC)and the 14th National Co...Avery significant event in China’s political calendar took place in Beijing in early March,and,as usual,it was more than optics.The fourth sessions of the 14th National People’s Congress(NPC)and the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference(CPPCC),the country’s top legislative and advisory bodies,are expected to set the course for China’s direction over the year and beyond.展开更多
The circular economy is an innovative concept of both production and consumption.It can reduce wastage,preserve resources,and minimize environmental effects with the help of recycling,recovering resources,and extendin...The circular economy is an innovative concept of both production and consumption.It can reduce wastage,preserve resources,and minimize environmental effects with the help of recycling,recovering resources,and extending the life of products.It works as a pathway to reduce environmental footprints by redesigning production-consumption systems.This review critically examines global circular economy strategies,policy approaches,and persistent barriers that shape environmental footprint outcomes across major sectors.Drawing on a structured narrative review and thematic synthesis,we integrate findings on key circular economy practices,Eco-design,product life extension,reuse,re-manufacturing,recycling,and resource recovery,and assess how they interact with policy instruments such as extended producer responsibility,ecodesign requirements,and waste governance reforms.The analysis highlights that reported benefits(e.g.,reduced material throughput,waste generation,and emissions)are frequently constrained by technological limitations(complex material streams,low-quality recyclate,energy-intensive processing),economic conditions(high upfront costs,weak markets for secondary materials,commodity price volatility),and institutional and behavioral factors(regulatory fragmentation,limited enforcement capacity,low consumer acceptance).We further synthesize methodological challenges in measuring“circularity”and footprint reductions,emphasizing boundary choices,rebound effects,and trade-offs such as increased energy demand or land and water pressures in bio-based substitution.By linking circular economy strategies,barriers,and outcomes in an integrative conceptual framework,the review clarifies why circular transitions often deliver partial gains and identifies leverage points for scaling effective,evidence-based policy and practice.展开更多
China has set its economic growth target for 2026 in the range of 4.5-5 percent.After three consecutive years of aiming for growth of around 5 percent,the slightly adjusted range reflects a prudent assessment of a com...China has set its economic growth target for 2026 in the range of 4.5-5 percent.After three consecutive years of aiming for growth of around 5 percent,the slightly adjusted range reflects a prudent assessment of a complex global environment while still signalling a commitment to stable development.展开更多
This study integrates multiple sources of data(transaction data,policy text,public opinion data)with visualization techniques(such as heat maps,time-series trend charts,3D building brochures)to construct an analysis f...This study integrates multiple sources of data(transaction data,policy text,public opinion data)with visualization techniques(such as heat maps,time-series trend charts,3D building brochures)to construct an analysis framework for the Chengdu real estate market.By using the Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System(ANFIS)prediction model,spatial GIS(Geographic Information System analysis)analysis,and interactive dashboards,this study reveals market differentiation,policy impacts,and changes in demand structure,thereby providing decision support for the government,enterprises,and homebuyers.展开更多
Background:Home accessibility modifi cations are crucial for promoting independent living and quality of life among persons with disabilities.While developed countries have established comprehensive policy frameworks,...Background:Home accessibility modifi cations are crucial for promoting independent living and quality of life among persons with disabilities.While developed countries have established comprehensive policy frameworks,developing nations like China face unique challenges in program design and implementation.Objective:This study conducts a systematic comparative analysis of home accessibility modification policies across China,Japan,Germany,and Sweden,identifying key policy dimensions and proposing evidence-based recommendations for strengthening China’s policy framework.Methods:We employed a multi-dimensional analytical framework examining legislative foundations,eligibility criteria,funding mechanisms,and service delivery models.Data were collected from primary legislation,governmental regulations,official statistics,and peer-reviewed literature.Results:Significant cross-national variations exist in policy approaches.Japan and Germany utilize social insurance models with standardized assessments,Sweden adopts a universal rights-based approach,while China employs a targeted assistance model focused on economically disadvantaged households.China completed 1.28 million household renovations during its 14th Five-Year Plan,demonstrating strong implementation capacity;future policy refi nement could draw on international experience to strengthen assessment standardization,broaden eff ective coverage,and improve the sustainability of fi nancing.Conclusions:China can benefi t from international experience in developing standardized assessment protocols,diversifying funding mechanisms,and establishing professional service delivery systems,while acknowledging contextual constraints unique to developing country settings.展开更多
The Grassland Ecological Compensation Policy(GECP)is a large-scale project that has been investing in China since 2011.Despite the significant investment and long duration of the GECP,its impact on carbon sequestratio...The Grassland Ecological Compensation Policy(GECP)is a large-scale project that has been investing in China since 2011.Despite the significant investment and long duration of the GECP,its impact on carbon sequestration in grasslands remains unclear.Based on panel data from prefecture-level cities in the Yellow River Basin(YRB)from 2000 to 2020,this study explored the effects of the GECP on grassland carbon sequestration in the YRB and its heterogeneity using a time-varying difference-in-differences(TV-DID)model.Subsequently,we predicted changes in carbon sequestration in grasslands under the influence of the GECP from 2021 to 2040 using a simulation.The main conclusions are as follows:First,the implementation of the GECP promoted carbon sequestration in grasslands.This conclusion was validated after conducting a series of robustness tests.Moreover,the effects of the GECP were heterogeneous across different geographical locations,highway densities,and grassland areas.Finally,the simulation results indicated that over the next 20 years,grassland carbon sequestration will generally increase but exhibit cyclical changes.The government should align the principles and objectives of the GECP with local geographic conditions,resource availability,and socio-economic development.It must formulate and implement tailored policies that maximize the ecological protection benefits of the GECP and promote carbon sequestration in the grasslands of the YRB.展开更多
The carbon emission trading policy is a key policy for China to achieve its dual carbon goals.This paper aims to examine the emission-reduction effects,transmission mechanisms,and carbon-market efficiency of China’s ...The carbon emission trading policy is a key policy for China to achieve its dual carbon goals.This paper aims to examine the emission-reduction effects,transmission mechanisms,and carbon-market efficiency of China’s carbon-emission trading policy from 2012 to 2023.We adopt the difference-in-differences(DID)model to analyze the effects of policy on emissions,and the empirical results from the DID model confirm that the pilot carbon emission trading policy has significantly reduced carbon emission intensity in pilot areas.Then we use the mediation model to study the transmission mechanism of the pilot carbon emission trading policy,and the mediation analysis demonstrates that the pilot carbon emission trading policy achieves emission abatement through four parallel transmission channels:scientific innovation,energy conservation,clean energy substitution,and industrial structure upgrading.Data envelopment analysis evaluates the carbon market efficiency of China.The result shows that the average carbon market efficiency of pilot areas has improved steadily,particularly from 2012 to 2023,especially in Beijing,Hubei,and Guangdong.Moreover,the efficiency of the national carbon market has shown an upward trend since its 2021 launch;it remains lower than the pilot average,constrained primarily by limited sectoral coverage,which impacts scale efficiency.展开更多
The promotion of rural revitalization within the ecological conservation areas(“ECAs”) requires a careful balance between ecological protection and economic development and should be guided by the principle of ecolo...The promotion of rural revitalization within the ecological conservation areas(“ECAs”) requires a careful balance between ecological protection and economic development and should be guided by the principle of ecological priority. The cultivation of rural “Local Specialty Products”(“LSPs”) under a green-development framework aligns with the functional positioning of these areas, drives the revitalization of rural industries, and constitutes a fundamental strategy for addressing the unique challenges they face. Although ECAs possess inherent advantages in terms of developing LSPs, they are also confronted by multiple constraints. Accordingly, we propose development objectives that emphasize(a) driving rural industrial prosperity,(b) enhancing the appeal of agricultural heritage, and(c) ensuring inclusive prosperity in the farming communities. In selecting pathways for growth, priority should be given to improving the quality of products, fostering distinctiveness of the technologies, nurturing cultural identities, and upholding the principle of common prosperity. From a policy standpoint, the development of rural LSPs should be recognized as a key lever for advancing the comprehensiveness of rural revitalization in the ECAs. We recommend a set of supportive measures—namely, reinforcing the guidance for spatial planning, integrating the consolidation of factor inputs, and ensuring the robustness of organizational guarantees—to facilitate the high-quality development of LSPs in these areas.展开更多
China Outlines 2026 Economic Agenda with Focus on Demand and Reform Fol lowing the an nual Cent ral Economic Work Conference in December,multiple Chinese government depar tments rolled out key priorities for 2026.The ...China Outlines 2026 Economic Agenda with Focus on Demand and Reform Fol lowing the an nual Cent ral Economic Work Conference in December,multiple Chinese government depar tments rolled out key priorities for 2026.The National Development and Reform Commission(NDRC)pledged measures to stabilize investment growth,including leveraging government funds and increasing central budget investment.展开更多
A fter 60 years of im plem entation, the ethnic regional autonomous policy has provided basic p o litica l support for promoting the common development and prosperity of a ll ethnic groups.
Viability of decentralizing policing in Nigeria had been on the front burner of security discourse since Nigeria returned to democratic governance in 1999.Valid points had been put forward by both those in support and...Viability of decentralizing policing in Nigeria had been on the front burner of security discourse since Nigeria returned to democratic governance in 1999.Valid points had been put forward by both those in support and those in opposition.The Community Policing Department of the Nigeria Police had remained more of an administrative unit with little impact beyond the Police Community Relations Committee activities.Rising cases of herdsmen attacks of various communities,terrorist insurgency in the North-East,kidnappings across the different geo-political zones had resulted in the need to interrogate the efficacy of effective community policing and state policing as viable options to combating rising security challenges.The study adopted qualitative method,and being a library research relied entirely on secondary data.Sources of data included journals,relevant textbooks,newspapers,magazines,and materials downloaded from internet.The paper argues that the traditional security agencies had failed to effectively combat the many security challenges that Nigeria faces.The combination of the official security agencies and the military had failed to effectively combat insecurity in the country.The local vigilante groups on the other hand had made valuable inroad in curtailing some of the security challenges including terrorist insurgency as a result of their knowledge of the terrain.The paper concludes that to effectively combat the many security challenges,there is a need for new policy framework at the federal and state levels that would decentralize policing and give legal backing for collaboration between the official security agencies under the federal government and state security outfits including the vigilante.展开更多
This study investigates the critical intersection of cyberpsychology and cybersecurity policy development in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Through a mixed-methods approach incorporating surveys of 523 emp...This study investigates the critical intersection of cyberpsychology and cybersecurity policy development in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Through a mixed-methods approach incorporating surveys of 523 employees across 78 SMEs, qualitative interviews, and case studies, the research examines how psychological factors influence cybersecurity behaviors and policy effectiveness. Key findings reveal significant correlations between psychological factors and security outcomes, including the relationship between self-efficacy and policy compliance (r = 0.42, p β = 0.37, p < 0.001). The study identifies critical challenges in risk perception, policy complexity, and organizational culture affecting SME cybersecurity implementation. Results demonstrate that successful cybersecurity initiatives require the integration of psychological principles with technical solutions. The research provides a framework for developing human-centric security policies that address both behavioral and technical aspects of cybersecurity in resource-constrained environments.展开更多
As urbanization accelerates globally,air pollution-particularly PM_(2.5)-is becoming an increasingly significant threat,not only to public health but also the environment.In-depth research on the impact of China’s Ze...As urbanization accelerates globally,air pollution-particularly PM_(2.5)-is becoming an increasingly significant threat,not only to public health but also the environment.In-depth research on the impact of China’s Zero Waste City pilot policy on PM_(2.5)concentration offers valuable insights into the policy’s effectiveness and provides a potential model for environmental governance worldwide.This study employs panel data from 293 Chinese cities from 2014 to 2022 to systematically analyze the impact of the Zero-Waste City policy on PM_(2.5)concentration using a difference-in-differences model.The findings indicate that the policy not only directly reduces PM_(2.5)concentration but also indirectly curbs PM_(2.5)emissions by enhancing green innovation and green economic efficiency.Moreover,the policy’s effects are found to be positively moderated by urban energy dependence and digital financial inclusion,while they are negatively moderated by the government debt ratio.Based on these findings,this study suggests that cities should actively develop their digital economy,reduce government debt,promote green innovation,and improve green economic efficiency,as doing so will enhance their implementation of environmental policies and promote sustainable urban development.展开更多
基金supported by the Key Project of Jiangsu Social Science Fund and the Key Project of Jiangsu Research Center for Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era(Grant No.26ZXZA017).
文摘China’s environmental governance strategy provides a distinctive pathway for integrating sustainable development into national policy.Understanding its policy trajectory is essential for assessing China’s contribution to global sustainable development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs).This study constructs a comprehensive database of 425 national environmental governance policy documents issued between 1978 and 2022 and applies Latent Dirichlet Allocation(LDA)modeling to examine the evolution of policy themes and discourse.The results show that China’s environmental governance has undergone four stages-initial exploration,detailed development,transformative leap,and diverse prosperity-reflecting a progressive shift toward more integrated and coordinated governance.Policy priorities have evolved from a primary focus on pollution control and energy transition to an emphasis on institutional construction and organizational reform,thereby strengthening alignment with the SDGs.This transformation is characterized by recurring developmental themes and increasingly preventive,forward-looking,and system-oriented governance approaches.Moreover,the co-evolution of policy concepts and implementation has driven a transition from localized,end-of-pipe responses to comprehensive governance frameworks,alongside a shift from normative guidance towards effectiveness-oriented policy design.By employing a data-driven text analysis approach,this study offers a systematic framework for tracing long-term policy evolution and assessing its implications for sustainable development.
基金financially supported by the Ningbo University of Technology New Faculty Research Fundthe 2023 Interdisciplinary Innovation Research Cultivation Program of School of Interdisciplinary Studies,RUCKey Project of the National Social Science Foundation of China(21ATQ008)。
文摘Purpose:Policies have often,albeit inadvertently,overlooked certain scientific insights,especially in the handling of complex events.This study aims to systematically uncover and evaluate pivotal scientific insights that have been underrepresented in policy documents by leveraging extensive datasets from policy texts and scholarly publications.Design/methodology/approach:This article introduces a research framework aimed at excavating scientific insights that have been overlooked by policy,encompassing four integral parts:data acquisition and preprocessing,the identification of overlooked content through thematic analysis,the discovery of overlooked content via keyword analysis,and a comprehensive analysis and discussion of the overlooked content.Leveraging this framework,the research conducts an in-depth exploration of the scientific content overlooked by policies during the COVID-19 pandemic.Findings:During the COVID-19 pandemic,scientific information in four domains was overlooked by policy:psychological state of the populace,environmental issues,the role of computer technology,and public relations.These findings indicate a systematic underrepresentation of important scientific insights in policy.Research limitations:This study is subject to two key limitations.Firstly,the text analysis method—relying on pre-extracted keywords and thematic structures—may not fully capture the nuanced context and complexity of scientific insights in policy documents.Secondly,the focus on a limited set of case studies restricts the broader applicability of the conclusions across diverse situations.Practical implications:The study introduces a quantitative framework using text analysis to identify overlooked scientific content in policy,bridging the gap between science and policy.It also highlights overlooked scientific information during COVID-19,promoting more evidence-based and robust policies through improved science-policy integration.Originality/value:This paper provides new ideas and methods for excavating scientific information that has been overlooked by policy,further deepens the understanding of the interaction between policy and science during the COVID-19 period,and lays the foundation for the more rational use of scientific information in policy-making.
文摘Innovation and Development Policy,简称“IDP”,中文名:《创新与发展政策(英文)》,是由中国科学院主管,中国科学院科技战略咨询研究院、中国科学学与科技政策研究会共同主办,国内外发行(ISSN:2096-5141,CN:10-1513/D)的英文国际期刊。目前期刊每年出版两期。已发表论文在期刊网站可以自由获取,http://idp-journal.casisd.cn/browse/al/al2019/。
文摘Innovation and Development Policy简称“IDP”,中文名《创新与发展政策(英文)》,是由中国科学院主管,中国科学院科技战略咨询研究院、中国科学学与科技政策研究会共同主办,国内外发行(ISSN:2096-5141,CN:10-1513/D)的英文国际期刊。目前期刊每年出版四期。已发表论文在期刊网站可以自由获取,http://idp-journal.casisd.cn/browse/al/al2019/。
文摘Integrated land and resource planning is critical for achieving global sustainability goals,yet a persistent chasm separates policy ambition from on-the-ground outcomes.The review article undertakes a comparative evaluation across the world to diagnose the systemic gaps of the policy that is leading to this implementation failure.We come up with a general typology of 5 categories of gaps that are interconnected:spatial-temporal mismatches,institutional fragmentation,the knowledge-action divide,lack of equity and justice,and broken monitoring and feedback loops.In a comparative study of the High-Income Countries,Rapidly Developing Economies,and Low-Income Countries,we show how these universal gaps are reflected in specific contextual syndromes,which are defined by the political economy,state capacity,and global integration.As can be seen in the analysis,these failures are not stand-alone but exist in a vicious,self-perpetuating cycle that is based on power asymmetries,institutional path dependency,and scale mismatches.In order to break this cycle,we suggest a revolutionary structure of action,which is structured around integration,adaptive management,and justice.The framework identifies the specific operation strategies,such as developing meta-governance formations and establishing community tenure to implement participatory monitoring,and aligning a multi-scale agenda.We infer that the implementation gap must be bridged by going beyond technical solutions to ensure a virtuous circle of legitimate learning-oriented governance that can address the complexity of socio-ecological conditions of the Anthropocene.
文摘African exporters and the business community have welcomed the elimination of customs duties on exports to China,and companies are already preparing to access this vast market of more than 1.4 billion consumers.China’s new tariff policy is intended to boost trade flows in favour of African economies.“This zero-tariff policy towards Africa aims to open a new chapter in the annals of Sino-African solidarity,”said Wang Yi,China’s minister of foreign affairs,during a press conference held on the sidelines of the Two Sessions held in March.
文摘Avery significant event in China’s political calendar took place in Beijing in early March,and,as usual,it was more than optics.The fourth sessions of the 14th National People’s Congress(NPC)and the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference(CPPCC),the country’s top legislative and advisory bodies,are expected to set the course for China’s direction over the year and beyond.
文摘The circular economy is an innovative concept of both production and consumption.It can reduce wastage,preserve resources,and minimize environmental effects with the help of recycling,recovering resources,and extending the life of products.It works as a pathway to reduce environmental footprints by redesigning production-consumption systems.This review critically examines global circular economy strategies,policy approaches,and persistent barriers that shape environmental footprint outcomes across major sectors.Drawing on a structured narrative review and thematic synthesis,we integrate findings on key circular economy practices,Eco-design,product life extension,reuse,re-manufacturing,recycling,and resource recovery,and assess how they interact with policy instruments such as extended producer responsibility,ecodesign requirements,and waste governance reforms.The analysis highlights that reported benefits(e.g.,reduced material throughput,waste generation,and emissions)are frequently constrained by technological limitations(complex material streams,low-quality recyclate,energy-intensive processing),economic conditions(high upfront costs,weak markets for secondary materials,commodity price volatility),and institutional and behavioral factors(regulatory fragmentation,limited enforcement capacity,low consumer acceptance).We further synthesize methodological challenges in measuring“circularity”and footprint reductions,emphasizing boundary choices,rebound effects,and trade-offs such as increased energy demand or land and water pressures in bio-based substitution.By linking circular economy strategies,barriers,and outcomes in an integrative conceptual framework,the review clarifies why circular transitions often deliver partial gains and identifies leverage points for scaling effective,evidence-based policy and practice.
文摘China has set its economic growth target for 2026 in the range of 4.5-5 percent.After three consecutive years of aiming for growth of around 5 percent,the slightly adjusted range reflects a prudent assessment of a complex global environment while still signalling a commitment to stable development.
基金Chengdu City Philosophy and Social Sciences Research Center“artificial intelligence+urban communication”theory and Application Research Center Project“Chengdu real estate vertical market public opinion data visualization research”(Project No.RZCC2025017).
文摘This study integrates multiple sources of data(transaction data,policy text,public opinion data)with visualization techniques(such as heat maps,time-series trend charts,3D building brochures)to construct an analysis framework for the Chengdu real estate market.By using the Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System(ANFIS)prediction model,spatial GIS(Geographic Information System analysis)analysis,and interactive dashboards,this study reveals market differentiation,policy impacts,and changes in demand structure,thereby providing decision support for the government,enterprises,and homebuyers.
基金funded by the China Disabled Persons’Federation under its 2024 research project(Grant No.2024CDPFAT-47)the Yancheng Social Science Foundation(Grant No.25skB252).
文摘Background:Home accessibility modifi cations are crucial for promoting independent living and quality of life among persons with disabilities.While developed countries have established comprehensive policy frameworks,developing nations like China face unique challenges in program design and implementation.Objective:This study conducts a systematic comparative analysis of home accessibility modification policies across China,Japan,Germany,and Sweden,identifying key policy dimensions and proposing evidence-based recommendations for strengthening China’s policy framework.Methods:We employed a multi-dimensional analytical framework examining legislative foundations,eligibility criteria,funding mechanisms,and service delivery models.Data were collected from primary legislation,governmental regulations,official statistics,and peer-reviewed literature.Results:Significant cross-national variations exist in policy approaches.Japan and Germany utilize social insurance models with standardized assessments,Sweden adopts a universal rights-based approach,while China employs a targeted assistance model focused on economically disadvantaged households.China completed 1.28 million household renovations during its 14th Five-Year Plan,demonstrating strong implementation capacity;future policy refi nement could draw on international experience to strengthen assessment standardization,broaden eff ective coverage,and improve the sustainability of fi nancing.Conclusions:China can benefi t from international experience in developing standardized assessment protocols,diversifying funding mechanisms,and establishing professional service delivery systems,while acknowledging contextual constraints unique to developing country settings.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China[Grant No.71773091]the Graduate Student Science and Technology Innovation Program of College of Economics and Management[Grant No.JGYJSCXXM202308].
文摘The Grassland Ecological Compensation Policy(GECP)is a large-scale project that has been investing in China since 2011.Despite the significant investment and long duration of the GECP,its impact on carbon sequestration in grasslands remains unclear.Based on panel data from prefecture-level cities in the Yellow River Basin(YRB)from 2000 to 2020,this study explored the effects of the GECP on grassland carbon sequestration in the YRB and its heterogeneity using a time-varying difference-in-differences(TV-DID)model.Subsequently,we predicted changes in carbon sequestration in grasslands under the influence of the GECP from 2021 to 2040 using a simulation.The main conclusions are as follows:First,the implementation of the GECP promoted carbon sequestration in grasslands.This conclusion was validated after conducting a series of robustness tests.Moreover,the effects of the GECP were heterogeneous across different geographical locations,highway densities,and grassland areas.Finally,the simulation results indicated that over the next 20 years,grassland carbon sequestration will generally increase but exhibit cyclical changes.The government should align the principles and objectives of the GECP with local geographic conditions,resource availability,and socio-economic development.It must formulate and implement tailored policies that maximize the ecological protection benefits of the GECP and promote carbon sequestration in the grasslands of the YRB.
基金supported by the National Social Science Fund of China under Grant 25CJL064.
文摘The carbon emission trading policy is a key policy for China to achieve its dual carbon goals.This paper aims to examine the emission-reduction effects,transmission mechanisms,and carbon-market efficiency of China’s carbon-emission trading policy from 2012 to 2023.We adopt the difference-in-differences(DID)model to analyze the effects of policy on emissions,and the empirical results from the DID model confirm that the pilot carbon emission trading policy has significantly reduced carbon emission intensity in pilot areas.Then we use the mediation model to study the transmission mechanism of the pilot carbon emission trading policy,and the mediation analysis demonstrates that the pilot carbon emission trading policy achieves emission abatement through four parallel transmission channels:scientific innovation,energy conservation,clean energy substitution,and industrial structure upgrading.Data envelopment analysis evaluates the carbon market efficiency of China.The result shows that the average carbon market efficiency of pilot areas has improved steadily,particularly from 2012 to 2023,especially in Beijing,Hubei,and Guangdong.Moreover,the efficiency of the national carbon market has shown an upward trend since its 2021 launch;it remains lower than the pilot average,constrained primarily by limited sectoral coverage,which impacts scale efficiency.
基金a phased research outcome report of the Major Innovation Project of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences,“Research on Major Issues in Improving the Mechanisms and Institutions for Integrated Urban-Rural Development”(Project No. 2024YZD008)。
文摘The promotion of rural revitalization within the ecological conservation areas(“ECAs”) requires a careful balance between ecological protection and economic development and should be guided by the principle of ecological priority. The cultivation of rural “Local Specialty Products”(“LSPs”) under a green-development framework aligns with the functional positioning of these areas, drives the revitalization of rural industries, and constitutes a fundamental strategy for addressing the unique challenges they face. Although ECAs possess inherent advantages in terms of developing LSPs, they are also confronted by multiple constraints. Accordingly, we propose development objectives that emphasize(a) driving rural industrial prosperity,(b) enhancing the appeal of agricultural heritage, and(c) ensuring inclusive prosperity in the farming communities. In selecting pathways for growth, priority should be given to improving the quality of products, fostering distinctiveness of the technologies, nurturing cultural identities, and upholding the principle of common prosperity. From a policy standpoint, the development of rural LSPs should be recognized as a key lever for advancing the comprehensiveness of rural revitalization in the ECAs. We recommend a set of supportive measures—namely, reinforcing the guidance for spatial planning, integrating the consolidation of factor inputs, and ensuring the robustness of organizational guarantees—to facilitate the high-quality development of LSPs in these areas.
文摘China Outlines 2026 Economic Agenda with Focus on Demand and Reform Fol lowing the an nual Cent ral Economic Work Conference in December,multiple Chinese government depar tments rolled out key priorities for 2026.The National Development and Reform Commission(NDRC)pledged measures to stabilize investment growth,including leveraging government funds and increasing central budget investment.
文摘A fter 60 years of im plem entation, the ethnic regional autonomous policy has provided basic p o litica l support for promoting the common development and prosperity of a ll ethnic groups.
文摘Viability of decentralizing policing in Nigeria had been on the front burner of security discourse since Nigeria returned to democratic governance in 1999.Valid points had been put forward by both those in support and those in opposition.The Community Policing Department of the Nigeria Police had remained more of an administrative unit with little impact beyond the Police Community Relations Committee activities.Rising cases of herdsmen attacks of various communities,terrorist insurgency in the North-East,kidnappings across the different geo-political zones had resulted in the need to interrogate the efficacy of effective community policing and state policing as viable options to combating rising security challenges.The study adopted qualitative method,and being a library research relied entirely on secondary data.Sources of data included journals,relevant textbooks,newspapers,magazines,and materials downloaded from internet.The paper argues that the traditional security agencies had failed to effectively combat the many security challenges that Nigeria faces.The combination of the official security agencies and the military had failed to effectively combat insecurity in the country.The local vigilante groups on the other hand had made valuable inroad in curtailing some of the security challenges including terrorist insurgency as a result of their knowledge of the terrain.The paper concludes that to effectively combat the many security challenges,there is a need for new policy framework at the federal and state levels that would decentralize policing and give legal backing for collaboration between the official security agencies under the federal government and state security outfits including the vigilante.
文摘This study investigates the critical intersection of cyberpsychology and cybersecurity policy development in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Through a mixed-methods approach incorporating surveys of 523 employees across 78 SMEs, qualitative interviews, and case studies, the research examines how psychological factors influence cybersecurity behaviors and policy effectiveness. Key findings reveal significant correlations between psychological factors and security outcomes, including the relationship between self-efficacy and policy compliance (r = 0.42, p β = 0.37, p < 0.001). The study identifies critical challenges in risk perception, policy complexity, and organizational culture affecting SME cybersecurity implementation. Results demonstrate that successful cybersecurity initiatives require the integration of psychological principles with technical solutions. The research provides a framework for developing human-centric security policies that address both behavioral and technical aspects of cybersecurity in resource-constrained environments.
基金The authors declare that fund support was received from National Social Science Fund of China[Grant No.23BJL010].
文摘As urbanization accelerates globally,air pollution-particularly PM_(2.5)-is becoming an increasingly significant threat,not only to public health but also the environment.In-depth research on the impact of China’s Zero Waste City pilot policy on PM_(2.5)concentration offers valuable insights into the policy’s effectiveness and provides a potential model for environmental governance worldwide.This study employs panel data from 293 Chinese cities from 2014 to 2022 to systematically analyze the impact of the Zero-Waste City policy on PM_(2.5)concentration using a difference-in-differences model.The findings indicate that the policy not only directly reduces PM_(2.5)concentration but also indirectly curbs PM_(2.5)emissions by enhancing green innovation and green economic efficiency.Moreover,the policy’s effects are found to be positively moderated by urban energy dependence and digital financial inclusion,while they are negatively moderated by the government debt ratio.Based on these findings,this study suggests that cities should actively develop their digital economy,reduce government debt,promote green innovation,and improve green economic efficiency,as doing so will enhance their implementation of environmental policies and promote sustainable urban development.
