The most recent programs for the China Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=981 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Sat, 18 May 2013 13:32:38 GMT Microsoft Research International VP Jeannette Wing and Jong-Guk Song talked about science and technology trends in Asia specifically in China, India and South Korea. Asian Perspectives on Science and Technology Policy: Contrasts and Commonalities with the U.S. Jeannette Wing, Vice President, Head of Microsoft Research International, Microsoft Corporation Creative Economy and Innovation Policy of Korea Jong-Guk Song, President, Science and Technology Policy Institute, Republic of Korea http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312495-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/312495-3 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Outgoing Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao spoke at the opening session of the 12th National People's Congress in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311367-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/311367-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about China's economic future and the policy changes needed to move the country forward. Panelists included economic professors from China and the U.S., and the CEO of China Merchants Bank. The panel took place at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, an annual event is attended by thousands of world leaders and experts in politics, economics, philanthropy and business. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310560-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310560-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Kurt Campbell talked about relations between the United States and China. He said there will be "areas of miscommunication and disagreement" between the two countries but that a "sustained dialogue" would be the "prescription" to their relationship. The Assistant Secretary took questions from David Sanger, New York Times Chief Washington Correspondent, and from others in the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310662-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/310662-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about emerging economies such as China and India in comparison to the U.S. New York University professor and author of [White Man's Burden] William Easterly debated economist Dambisa Moyo, author of New York Times bestseller [Winner Take All]. Professor Easterly argued China is on a decline and that countries cannot have continued growth without a democratic system. Ms. Moyo disagreed with him, saying 2013 is about emerging economies, since they have no debt holding them back and many produce their own goods. [The Economist]'s Zanny Minton Beddoes moderated. This was part of [The Economist]'s "World in 2013 Festival," held at the NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309853-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309853-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT U.S. Ambassador to China Gary Locke, the Asia Society's Orville Schell, and ABC News' George Stephanopoulous, who moderated the event, talked about what's next in U.S.-China relations. Ambassador Locke said that there will be continuity in U.S.- China relations, and that the new Chinese leader Xi Jinping is "more at ease with people" but noted that it's too soon to get a "sense" of his policies.The event took place at the Asia Society in New York City http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309986-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309986-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the U.S.-China relationship. They focused on the interdependence of the two countries' economies, tensions in the South China Sea, and other international issues such as Syria and Russia. At the end of the discussion they took questions from the audience. This panel was part of the Brooking Institution forum titled, "America and China in the Aftermath of Election and Succession: Paths and Pitfalls." http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309522-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309522-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Damien Ma discussed the impact of new leadership in China on U.S-Sino relations. Topics included the president's trip to Asia and the Obama administration's second term focus on the Pacific Rim, social inequality and wealth disparity in China, and differences between new Chinese President Xi Jinping and his predecessor Hu Jintao. Mr. Ma responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309512-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309512-5 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT National Security Adviser Thomas Donilon previewed President Obama's trip to Southeast Asia that included stops in Myanmar, Burma, and Cambodia, where he was to attend a conference with Chinese and Russian leaders. He responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309461-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309461-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the implications of the U.S. 2012 elections for U.S.-Latin America policy opportunities regarding immigration, trade agreements, economic cooperation, and drug policy. They also discussed the rise of the Latino population and voters in the recent election and their impact on Obama administration immigration and trade policies. Topics included the implications of the legalization of marijuana in certain U.S. states for drug policy in Mexico. In addition, the speakers compared China's relations with Latin and South America to its relationship with the U.S. The panelists responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309387-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/309387-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama announced new efforts to end subsidies for Chinese auto parts exports at a campaign stop in Cincinnati. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308237-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/308237-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT James Fallows talked about the rise of China's aerospace industry and China's new 5-year modernization plan that was announced in 2011. After his presentation he was interviewed by Jonathan Weber and responded to questions submitted by members of the audience in the Cubberley Theatre in Palo Alto. This event was held by the Commonwealth Club of California, in association with the World Affairs Council. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307016-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/307016-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT International economist Dambisa Moyo talked about the huge impact of China's efforts to control basic resources around the world. She used some slides during her presentation, which was followed by a questions and answer session moderated by Professor Yang. This World Affairs Council of Seattle program, held at the Swedish Cultural Center, was sponsored by Microsoft. The co-presenters included the Greater Seattle Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Seattle University's Asian Studies and Global African Studies Programs, and the University of Washington African Studies Program and Evans School of Public Affairs. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306659-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306659-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on clean energy issues between the United States and China. They said a comprehensive government-private sector partnership would be needed for the U.S. to gain a competitive edge in the clean energy sector. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306605-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306605-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Daniel Rosen talked about Chinese investment in the U.S., the industries they are investing in, and the effects of foreign investment in the U.S. has on the economy. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. Mr. Rosen participated from New York City. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306378-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306378-4 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Witnesses testified on the rise of poaching in Africa and increased demand for African ivory in China. They focused on opaque structures in the international financial system, particularly anonymous American shell companies, and ways in which the companies facilitate illicit wildlife trafficking, drug smuggling, arms dealing and terrorist financing. They also talked about demand for rhino ivory in Vietnam. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306221-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/306221-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT David Lampton talked about Secretaries Clinton and Geithner's agenda for their upcoming trip to Beijing, and he responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included Syria, North Korea, trade relations, dissident Chen Guangcheng, and intellectual property theft by China. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305794-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/305794-3 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Robert Silvers moderated a panel discussion on the current global economic crisis. Topics included the problems with the euro such as the economy of Greece, the recession in the U.S., the future strength of the Chinese economy, and global climate change. They also responded to questions from members of the audience in the Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium of the Metropolitan Museum of Art . "Global Economy: Crisis Without End -- From Europe to Beijing to Washington, Can the World's Economic System Cope?" was an event held by the [New York Review of Books], the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Fritt Ord Foundation of Oslo. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304872-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304872-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Jay Carney briefed reporters and answered questions. He said said there are no discussions about an accelerated Afghan withdrawal following the killing of 16 civilians by an American soldier. He also denied any political motivations behind the day's announcement of a complaint against China at the World Trade Organization. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304884-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304884-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Chinese Commerce Minister Chen Deming spoke to reporters about his country's compliance with its World Trade Organization obligations, and trade relations with the U.S. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304835-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304835-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT President Obama announced a new trade case against China that seeks to crack down on unfair trading practices that put U.S. companies at a competitive disadvantage. He also spoke about the killing of 16 Afghan civilians by a U.S. soldier, saying the United States "views the killing of Afghan civilians as seriously as if they were Americans," and called on the Pentagon to do a full investigation of the incident. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304884-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304884-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Chinese Commerce Minister Chen spoke to reporters and answered questions about a number of issues including trade relations with the U.S., Arab countries, and the European Union. This is a one hour portion of a logner news conference and was courtesy of China Central Television. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304835-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304835-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Scott Paul of the Alliance for American Manufacturing talked about the state of the U.S. manufacturing sector, jobs, and trade practices by China that his organization considers unfair. He responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. Topics included the automobile and building industries, and the number of manufacturing jobs created in January 2012. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo read news headlines at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304238-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/304238-3 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian Affairs Kurt Campbell spoke at the Stimson Cente about U.S.-Asia relations. He touched on a number of issues including the rise of China, new leadership in North Korea, and Taiwan elections. He responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303783-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303783-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Economists talked about the global economic outlook. Topics included the European Union debt crisis, the U.S. economy, China, India, and Brazil. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303327-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303327-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT John Bryson gave his first major address as secretary of Commerce. Among his comments he said "the United States has reached a point where we cannot quietly accept China ignoring many of the trade rules." He also urged American businesses to invest and hire more workers. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303213-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/303213-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Nisha Desai Biswal testified about a proposed program to provide clean energy aid to China. The program would provice aproximately $4 million to help China adopt clean energy technologies and policies, protect wildlife, and establish law school courses. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302696-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302696-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Telephone lines were open for comments on President Obama's statement that the U.S. should root for Chinese economic growth. C-SPAN Radio's Nancy Calo previewed the Sunday morning news talk shows. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302645-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302645-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Former Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson spoke about U.S.-China relations, outlining what he considerd the five most important elements to trade between the two countries. In his remarks he said China was not immune to the global economic crisis, and that its leaders should be cautious formulating economic policies. He also said that if China failed, "the whole world pays the price." Mr. Paulson took questions from the audience after his speech. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302301-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302301-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Elizabeth Williamson talked about Senate legislation that would place tariffs on goods from China and other countries that intentionally keep their currency undervalued, and she responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. The bill passed the Senate, but thus far House leadership has declined to bring it to the floor for a vote. Other topics included the implications of the bill and its potential role in 2012 elections. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302088-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/302088-4 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Senators debated a measure allowing trade sanctions on China in response to Chinese monetary policy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301855-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301855-5 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about American and Chinese business interests, trade relations between the countries, and challenges for U.S. businesses and executives working in China. They also talked about legal and cultural obstacles to better cooperation. They answered questions from the audience. This event was part of a summit on China's current and future status in the global economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Chee Hwa Tung talked about trade and diplomatic relations between the U.S. and China. He focused on the strength of the partnership, international trade agreements, mutual investment strategies, and hurdles to increased cooperation. He answered questions from the audience. This event was part of a summit on China's current and future status in the global economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-3 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-3 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists spoke about economic conditions for the Chinese middle class. Among the topics addressed were unemployment rates, housing prices, the rate of economic growth, and popular attitudes towards standards of living in China. They also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-6 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-6 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about China's reach into Latin America, Africa, Europe and the Middle East. They responded to questions from the audience. This event was part of a summit on China's current and future status in the global economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-5 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Participants talked about trade and trade competition with China, the state of the U.S. economy, employment outsourcing, and the future of the global economy. They also answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-4 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Following opening remarks, business and academic leaders talked about trends affecting China's economic rise and how the Chinese are adapting to cultural changes. Some of those trends include an aging population, few political reforms, and the rise of Internet usage. The program includes questions from audience members. This event was part of a summit on China's current and future status in the global economy. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301775-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao talked about China's economy in light of the international financial crisis. He said the United States and Europe needed to adopt responsible fiscal and monetary policies and open their markets to Chinese investment. He also outlined his country's economic policies and discussed the turbulence in the global financial markets. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301539-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301539-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Yukon Huand talked about the strength of China s economy in light of stimulus programs put into place to protect against the global financial crisis, rising inflation, and potential credit and real estate bubbles. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301111-4 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301111-4 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Scholars and development bankers talked about the foreign policy implications for the U.S. of China's growing influence in Latin America. Topics included the China Development Bank, a state-owned bank that aims to help China expand overseas; Latin American commodities exports; and ways that the region can continue to grow economically when Chinese economic growth stabilizes. The panelists answered questions from audience members at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301080-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/301080-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT U.S. governors and Chinese provincial governors talked about ways to strengthen the U.S.-China relationship. Among the topics addressed were potential cooperation in bilateral trade and investment, new energy, environmental protection, education and student exchanges. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300540-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300540-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Panelists talked about the effect of China's foreign direct investment on the U.S., and strengthening the relationship between the two countries. They focused on economic trends in China, specifically its foreign direct investment. It had been estimated that China's foreign direct investment worldwide could top $1 trillion by 2020. Panelists also responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300134-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/300134-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Gary Locke testified about his nomination as U.S. Ambassador to China. Among the topics addressed were policy toward North Korea, intellectual property law, fiscal policy, and trade relations with China. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299721-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299721-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT General Chen Bingde said that China had no intention of ever challenging the U.S. and that technologically, China's military was still far behind the U.S. He also said the U.S. must respect China's interests when it comes to Taiwan. China cut off all military contact with the U.S., after the U.S. announced over $6 billion in arms sale to Taiwan. Translation into English was performed by a translator. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299591-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299591-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Stephen Orlins talked about the relationship between the U.S. and China with regard to trade disputes, exchange rates, and the progress being made on the economic front. He also responded to telephone calls and electronic communications. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299520-5 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299520-5 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Secretaries Geithner and Clinton spoke to reporters and answered questions about trade negotiations with China. U.S. officials said China had agreed to allow U.S. companies greater access to government contracts, and U.S. financial firms would be allowed to sell mutual funds in China. For their part, Chinese officials said the U.S. had agreed to relax export controls on certain goods and services. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299435-2 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299435-2 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT U.S. and Chinese officials spoke about negotiations over, and agreement on, several new initiatives and commitments. U.S. officials said China had agreed to allow U.S. companies greater access to government contracts, and U.S. financial firms would be allowed to sell mutual funds in China. For their part, Chinese officials said the U.S. had agreed to relax export controls on certain goods and services. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299435-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299435-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Vice President Joe Biden, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and others spoke at the start of the annual U.S.-China economic and strategic dialogue. U.S. officials expressed concerns about the human rights situation in China. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299407-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/299407-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT After the opening plenary session of the National Governors Association, Zhou Qiang participated in a signing ceremony for an agreement between states and Chinese provincial authorities. There was then a signing ceremony. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298126-101 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/298126-101 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT Chinese President Hu Jintao spoke to a group of U.S. business executives. In his comments he stated that many U.S. companies get the greatest share of their profits from doing business in China, and called for cooperation between the U.S. and China in leading the world in a recovery from the 2008 financial crisis. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297614-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/297614-1 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT