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Which Countries Are the Top 5 Carbon Emitters?

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The United States and China are responsible for more than 40% of global CO2 emissions. Which countries are the world’s biggest carbon polluters?

February 20, 2020

China

China’s EIA Rollback
A decision to remove environmental impact assessment requirements for some Shanghai construction projects embodies a trend of sliding environmental standards as China's economy slows. It also draws questions about China's greater commitments to environmental protection.

Blog Post by Guest Blogger for Asia Unbound October 18, 2019 Asia Unbound

India

A Matter of Particular Concern: India’s Transition From Biomass Burning

Blog Post by Guest Blogger for Asia Unbound March 11, 2019 Asia Unbound

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China

Democracy in Hong Kong
As China’s power continues to grow, some fear that the considerable autonomy Hong Kong has enjoyed over the last three decades could slip away.

Backgrounder by Eleanor Albert May 22, 2020

Conflict Prevention

Military Confrontation in the South China Sea
The trade war, fallout from COVID-19, and increased military activity raise the risk of conflict between the United States and China in the South China Sea. Oriana Skylar Mastro offers nine recommendations for ways the United States can prevent or mitigate a military clash. 

Contingency Planning Memorandum by Oriana Skylar Mastro May 21, 2020 Center for Preventive Action

China

Exporting Authoritarianism

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China is undertaking massive infrastructure projects across the world and loaning billions of dollars to developing nations. On paper, the objective is to build a vast trade network, but is China also exporting authoritarianism?

Podcast with Gabrielle Sierra, Elizabeth C. Economy and Jessica Chen Weiss May 20, 2020 Why It Matters