Can China feed itself?
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The problem of feeding China's 1.2 billion people can best be solved by an effective government agricultural policy that includes new regulations on land use and ownership. Once reforms have set in, the introduction of new technology and improved marketing practices would help solidify gains.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1996
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Building a new gateway to China
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The construction of an airport in Chek Lap Kok and the installation of the Lantau Link is expected to transform Hong Kong as a major access route to China. These programs, together with the construction of the Kwai Chung viaduct, is part of a major upgrade initiative.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
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Strategic investments: China plans to make Hong Kong its high-tech gateway
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China's desire to alter the "positive nonintervention" economic policy of Hong Kong is not driven by military motives, but instead, to entice high-tech, service-oriented investments in Hong Kong. The move aims to spur an economic leverage between the two countries.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
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