Why the fear of the Magna Carta in Beijing? Mayling Birney speaks to BBC Newshour
The Magna Carta exhibit in Beijing was suddenly moved from Renmin University to the British Ambassador’s residence, where few will get to see it. On yesterday’s BBC Newshour, Dr Mayling Birney spoke with James Coomarasamy about why Chinese leaders and Renmin University are so wary of the Magna Carta. JC: The Magna Carta is on a world tour this year […]
Response to the Repeal of China’s One-Child Policy: Part 1 – How Revolutionary?
Response to the Repeal of China’s One-Child Policy: Part 1 – How Revolutionary?
Last week, it was announced that China’s one-child policy, first introduced in the late 1970s, was to be formally adjusted. In the first of a series of posts, academics from the Department of International Development examine the various reasons behind the decision and establish whether it really is a revolutionary move. For Growth, Not Rights – Jude Howell At last […]