Epochal Significance of China Viewing the World with a Mind-Set of Equality

Ruan Zongze

Abstract

:General Secretary Xi Jinping has attached utmost importance to realizing China’s rejuvenation and making positive contributions to the world.He uses Marxist positions,viewpoints and methods to analyze the direction of human development,pointing out that we must proceed with the strategic objective of achieving great national rejuvenation and the historical changes in the world not seen in a century,and making crucial judgment that“time and tide are on our side”.The inevitable outcome is that China can look at the world on an equal footing,which reflects a fundamental change in China’s identity in the world.Building a modern and powerful socialist country is the grand vision set by the Communist Party of China(CPC).It takes a formidable struggle to build a great country and accomplish a great cause.Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy deliberates on the crucial subjects of our times,responds to the decisive questions about our times,and leads the necessary changes,thus bearing significant implications for humanity.

Keywords

:China can look at the world on an equal footing,Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy,changes in our times

Prospects of Germany’s S&T Policy in the Post-Merkel Era

Li Yan

Abstract

:During Merkel’s administration (2005-2021),the German government attached great importance to scientific and technological innovation and introduced effective policies that promoted the economic and social development of Germany.After this year’s election,Merkel will resign as Chancellor of Germany,and the Merkel era is coming to an end.At present and for a period of time in the future,Germany’s science and technology policy will be affected by various factors such as the tense competition between China and the United States,the EU’s development strategy,and domestic political changes.The German science and technology policy in the post-Merkel era will retain and expand the existing“tool set”of science and technology policies,implement greater state intervention in scientific research activities,and invest more resources in the development of climate neutralizing related technologies,strengthening trans-Atlantic technological cooperation,and emphasizing the competitiveness of China’s science and technology,showing more obvious ideological characteristics.

Keywords

:Merkel,S&T policies,influencing factors,political parties,climate neutrality

Japan’s Export Control Policy and Its Impact on China

Chen Youjun,Zhao Lei and Wang Xing’ao

Abstract

:Japan’s export control policy is an important part of Japan’s economic and industrial policies.The Ministry of Economy,Trade and Industry is the core department responsible for Japan’s export control.Japan’s export control policy is also restricted by relevant domestic laws and international agreements,aiming to seek a balance between serving economic and social development,controlling core technologies,and restricting illegal transfer of products.While attaching importance to international economic,trade and technological cooperation,the Japanese government also focuses on cutting-edge science and technology,and strengthens its ability to adjust its export control system.It is necessary for China to improve its core technology research capabilities and the localization of high-tech components.

Keywords

:Japanese export control,China-Japanese relations,International Export Control Organization

Yoshihide Suga Government’s Digital Reform

Liu Junhong,Huo Jiangang and Tang Qi

Abstract

:The authors discuss the digital reform and its prospects of the current Japanese government under Yoshihide Suga.COVID-19 pandemic has revealed Japan’s past digital strategy was not implemented,and its e-government,digital economy,and digital society construction lack the essential meaning of interconnection.Yoshihide Suga has proposed a new strategy for digital reform.His plan is to establish a digital office directly under the Prime Minister’s jurisdiction to promote digital reforms,rebuild the digital administrative governance system through parliamentary legislation,popularize the personal ID number system,promote digital social transformation,and get rid of the predicament of digitally backward country.However,the reform faces many constraints.

Keywords

:Japan,digital reform,the Yoshihide Suga government

Economic Transformation of GCC

Liu Dong

Abstract

:Since the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic in 2020,the GCC countries have accelerated the economic transformation in the face of the government’s fiscal deficit incurred by the sharp decline of international oil prices.To promote the transformation of the economic development model,GCC countries has taken reform measures.Adverse factors such as the shortage of financial funds,insufficient supply of human resources,the decline in FDI attractiveness,and the homogenized competition among the countries within the GCC countries have brought serious obstacles to the promotion of the economic transformation strategy of the GCC countries.However,the investment environment of GCC countries is undergoing many changes,which are mainly reflected in the gradual integration of business rules with international standards,the obvious increase in investment opportunities and operating costs,and the significant increase in social security risks.

Keywords

:GCC,economic transformation,investment environment

Iraq’s Political Reconstruction

Zhao Jianming

Abstract

:After the victory against the Islamic State (ISIS),Iraq embarked on a new journey of political reconstruction.The goal and task of the reconstruction is to reunite Iraqis,and to integrate Iraq into one centripetal and cohesive country,which has been torn apart by sectarian politics,the Islamic State,and Iraqi Kurds.During the process of the political reconstruction,sectarian conflicts,Kurdish separation,Hezbollahization of the Popular Militias Forces (PMFs),and protection of the vulnerable groups are the biggest challenges to Iraq.Under the guidance of the Multi-Pluralistic Balance Theory,President Saleh has pursued the policies such as negotiating with Kurdish government,promoting the return of exiled Sunni leaders,inviting the Vatican Pope Francis to visit Iraq,and enacting the New Election Law.These policies have achieved positive results for the political reconstruction of Iraq.

Keywords

:multi-pluralistic balance theory,sectarian politics,new election law,PMF’s Hezbollahization,Ali al-Sistani

The Dilemma of Reconciliation between the Afghan Government and the Taliban

Ma Yong

Abstract

:Since the official opening of the Afghan internal negotiations,the dilemma of reconciliation between the Afghan government and the Taliban has become increasingly prominent.The progress of peace talks is very difficult,and each side denies the legitimacy of the other.The two sides have different opinions about comprehensive ceasefire,constitution,regime and elections.The US is the most important external promoter of the peace and reconciliation process in Afghanistan,as well as the most important external factor that causes the dilemma of reconciliation between the Afghan government and the Taliban.It is difficult to address the dilemma of reconciliation between the Afghan government and the Taliban in a short time.

Keywords

:Afghan government,Taliban,dilemma of reconciliation,performance,reasons