American officials participated in the 19th Western Pacific Naval Symposium in Qingdao amid the resumption of military talks between the US and China. Geopolitical rivalry overshadows bilateral cooperation but managing differences and fostering trust are key to advancing maritime security
China finds itself in need of its latest landmark reform as the urban-rural divide keeps growing and the broader economy is seeking new sources of growth. One possible solution is finding better uses for rural land and giving farmers the same legal rights as urban residents to rent, transfer or mortgage their land.