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Tilt-Up Concrete Association Welcomes First Chinese Member

6/17/2013 10:23 AM EST  -   Constructive Communication, Inc.
The Tilt-Up Concrete Association (TCA) – the global authority for the tilt-up industry – announces its first Chinese member, Shanghai Open Steel Structure Company Ltd. and the start of introductory relations of tilt-up construction designs and methods to one of the world’s largest construction markets.

“Shanghai Open Steel Structure Company joins a rapidly expanding list of international firms looking to the TCA...

Gunnebo Strengthens Market-Leading Position in China

6/14/2013 6:56 AM EST  -   Gunnebo
Following the successful installation of entrance control solutions for metro systems in several major cities across China, the Gunnebo Security Group has received a new order from the city of Zhengzhou.
The order is for metro flap gates, an entrance control solution designed for high volume traffic, and will be installed for Zhengzhou line 1. All the gates will be produced at Gunnebo’s Chinese factory in...
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International partnerships create opportunities at Bemidji State University

6/13/2013 3:46 PM EST  -   Bemidji State University
University now has 17 international partner institutions in 12 countries
Throughout the 2012-13 academic year, Bemidji State University began laying the groundwork for an expanded international presence. Led by Dr. Martin Tadlock, Bemidji State’s provost and vice president for academic affairs, university faculty and administration traveled the globe seeking  greatly increased opportunities for BSU students and...
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UMD Scientists Show Global, Regional Environmental Impacts of Trade

6/11/2013 10:15 AM EST  -   University of Maryland, College Park
COLLEGE PARK, Md. -- In the wake of concerns over climate change and other emergent environmental issues, both individuals and governments are examining the impact of consumer and producer behavior and policies. In two new studies, three researchers from the University of Maryland’s Department of Geographical Sciences publish groundbreaking findings on the environmental impact of...
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Displaced by disasters: 32.4 million people uprooted in both rich and poor count...

5/13/2013 3:39 AM EST  -   Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC)
GENEVA, 13 MAY 2013 – A new report released today by the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) reveals that 32.4 million people were forced to flee their homes in 2012 by disasters such as floods, storms and earthquakes.  While Asia and west and central Africa bore the brunt, 1.3 million were displaced in rich countries, with the USA particularly affected.
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98% of all displacement...

New Chicago Council Report Finds Agriculture Innovations and Investments Critica...

4/24/2013 1:05 PM EST  -   The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
April 24, 2013 CHICAGO - The Chicago Council on Global Affairs today released a report that examines the implications of the increasingly influential roles of global business, Brazil, China, and India in agricultural research and the limited national research capacity of developing countries. It makes the case that greater international collaboration and investment in research is needed to safeguard productivity...
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CHINA’S TOP PRIVATE LAW FIRM ZHONG LUN ESTABLISHES NEW YORK OFFICE TO CELEBRATE ...

4/23/2013 5:47 PM EST  -   Zhong Lun Law Firm
Philip Zhang and T.K. Chang

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Zhong Lun Law Firm, one of China’s top private law firms, with over 700 lawyers in six offices across China and international offices in London, Tokyo and Hong Kong, announces the opening of its New York office, on the occasion of its 20th anniversary celebration.

Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, the new office is led by Philip Zhang and T.K....

Harper Adams to co-deliver new courses for Chinese students

4/22/2013 9:46 AM EST  -   Harper Adams University
HARPER Adams University is collaborating with two leading Chinese universities to deliver a new Masters course in Applied Mechatronic Engineering and a four-year undergraduate programme.

The first, under an agreement with China Agricultural University, is believed to be unique in the country, in that students are planned to begin their course in September, travel to the UK to study during the following calendar...
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Clogau to open first international store in Beijing as part of international exp...

4/22/2013 8:29 AM EST  -   Clogau
2013 is a year of international expansion for Welsh gold jewellery brand Clogau as it looks forward to opening its very first international domestic store in China as well as expanding distribution in Abu Dhabi and extending listings with its established shipping retail partner Princess Cruises.

Clogau boutique, Beijing

The luxury Clogau boutique will open within the world’s largest airport, Beijing Capital...
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Secret Love - A New Look at Love in China

4/19/2013 7:30 AM EST  -   Världskulturmuseet
Meet several of the participating Chinese artists as well as Museum Director Karl Magnusson and Exhibition Curator Si Han. Refreshments will be provided!

Thursday 25 april at 10.00 THE MUSEUM OF WORLD CULTURE, Gothenburg
Registration:  , +46 76-9425575
Taboo love in China. The internationally renowned exhibition Secret Love is coming to Gothenburg
and the National Museum of...