China

Another Chinese Corruption Case in the Spotlight -- the Odds Are Grim

Article cites Prof. Dali Yang, who says though ‘Chinese courts have made great efforts to boost transparency’ the trial of former security chief Zhou Yongkang will be more secretive


T.H. Tsien, Scholar of Chinese Written Word, Dies at 105

Prof. Emeritus T.H. Tsien remembered as a renowned scholar of Chinese bibliography, paleography


China’s Best Bet: Doubling Down on Reform, Not Stimulus

In op-ed, Henry Paulson, chairman of Paulson Institute, argues the Chinese economy needs to slow down for necessary reform


U.S. Geologist Expresses Gratitude After Release From Chinese Prison

UChicago alumnus, geologist Xue Feng released from Chinese prison after serving eight years, thanks Prof. David Rowley for support


US, China heading toward face-off, says Mearsheimer

In Q&A, Prof. John Mearsheimer argues that growing Chinese power will spark increased conflict with the U.S. and Japan


Nikkei Asian Review

Developing World Will Grow On Coal, Climate Leaders Predict

In panel discussion, Prof. Michael Greenstone discusses limiting carbon emissions in fast growing economies like India, China


Breathe Uneasy

Article cites research by Prof. Michael Greenstone, which found air pollution shortens lives of Indian, Chinese populations


China Probe of Former Security Chief May Mean Closed-Door Trial

Article cites Prof. Dali Yang, who says trial of Chinese security chief will probably be ‘closed-door,’ with few details publicly released