On the Status quo and Development Trends of Imported Grape Wine in China
高二全球经济与社会变革英语阅读理解25题
高二全球经济与社会变革英语阅读理解25题1<背景文章>Globalization has had a profound impact on the economic structures of different countries around the world. Both developed and developing countries have experienced significant changes as a result of increased global integration.Let's first take a look at developed countries. Take the United States as an example. In the past few decades, due to globalization, the manufacturing industry in the United States has gradually declined. Many manufacturing jobs have been outsourced to developing countries where labor costs are much lower. This has led to a shift in the economic structure of the United States towards a more service - based economy. The high - tech and financial sectors have become the main pillars of the US economy. For instance, Silicon Valley in California has become a global center for technology innovation, attracting talent and investment from all over the world.On the other hand, developing countries have also been greatly influenced. China is a remarkable case. With the wave of globalization, China has actively participated in international trade. China has a large population and relatively low - cost labor, which has attracted a largenumber of foreign - funded enterprises to invest and build factories. This has promoted the rapid development of China's manufacturing industry. China has gradually become the "world's factory", and its economic structure has also been continuously optimized. In recent years, China has also been strengthening its high - tech and service industries, moving from a pure manufacturing - based economy to a more diversified economic structure.India is another developing country that has benefited from globalization. India has a large number of English - speaking people, which has given it an advantage in the service outsourcing industry. Many international companies outsource their software development, customer service and other business processes to India. This has promoted the development of India's service industry and also changed its economic structure to a certain extent.In conclusion, globalization has brought both opportunities and challenges to different countries. It has reshaped the economic structures of countries around the world, and countries need to adapt to these changes in order to achieve sustainable economic development.1. What has happened to the manufacturing industry in the United States due to globalization?A. It has been strengthened.B. It has gradually declined.C. It has remained unchanged.D. It has been replaced by the agricultural industry.答案：B。
Communication Between Cultures (5th Ed.) Chapter 5
Time orientation - value placed on past, present, future past, present,
PastPast-oriented cultures place significance on prior events; resistance to change here-andPresentPresent-oriented cultures value here-and-now; see future as vague, ambiguous FutureFuture-oriented cultures look forward to improved condition: Tomorrow is ours to win.
Perception defined
The means by which you make sense of your physical and social world
The reality that’s contained within us: symbols, things, people, ideas, events, ideologies, faith
Power distance - preference for power in relationships, institutions, organizations
High power distance: powerful and powerless far apart; social hierarchy prevalent Low power distance: power holders and those affected by power significantly closer
发展比环境英语作文
In the contemporary world,the debate between economic development and environmental conservation has become increasingly prominent.While economic growth is essential for improving living standards and providing opportunities,it often comes at the expense of the environment.Here are some key points to consider when discussing the relationship between development and the environment in an English essay.Title:Balancing Economic Development and Environmental Conservation Introduction:The essay begins by highlighting the importance of economic development for societal progress and the role it plays in poverty alleviation and technological advancement.It acknowledges the opposing view that unchecked growth can lead to environmental degradation,loss of biodiversity,and climate change.Body Paragraph1:Economic DevelopmentDiscuss the benefits of economic development,such as job creation,increased income, and improved infrastructure.Mention how it can lead to better education,healthcare,and overall quality of life.Body Paragraph2:Environmental ImpactDescribe the negative impacts of development on the environment,including deforestation,pollution,and the depletion of natural resources.Provide examples of how environmental damage can affect ecosystems and human health.Body Paragraph3:Sustainable DevelopmentIntroduce the concept of sustainable development as a way to reconcile economic growth with environmental protection.Explain how sustainable practices in agriculture,industry,and urban planning can minimize harm to the environment.Body Paragraph4:Policy and LegislationDiscuss the role of government policies and international agreements in promoting sustainable development.Give examples of successful environmental policies and the challenges in their implementation.Body Paragraph5:Individual and Corporate ResponsibilityEmphasize the importance of individual actions and corporate social responsibility in protecting the environment.Suggest ways in which consumers and businesses can contribute to sustainable practices.Conclusion:Summarize the main points of the essay,reiterating the need for a balance between development and environmental conservation.Conclude with a call to action for collective efforts to ensure a sustainable future.Vocabulary Suggestions:Economic development:growth,prosperity,industrializationEnvironmental conservation:sustainability,biodiversity,ecofriendly practices Sustainable development:renewable energy,green technologies,carbon footprint reductionPolicy and legislation:regulations,enforcement,incentivesIndividual and corporate responsibility:ecoconscious choices,ethical business practicesExample Sentences:Economic development,while crucial for societal advancement,must be pursued with an eye on its environmental implications.The concept of sustainable development offers a viable path forward,integrating economic,social,and environmental considerations.Governments worldwide are increasingly recognizing the importance of enacting policies that promote sustainable practices and penalize environmentally harmful activities.Individuals and corporations alike have a role to play in this global effort,from reducing waste to investing in renewable energy sources.By exploring these aspects,your essay will provide a comprehensive view of the complex relationship between economic development and environmental conservation,advocating for a balanced approach that benefits both present and future generations.。
高二英语社会趋势预测单选题40题(带答案)
高二英语社会趋势预测单选题40题(带答案)1.The rapid development of technology is one of the major ______ in today's society.A.trendsB.tendenciesC.habitsD.customs答案：A。
“trends”表示趋势，符合语境；“tendencies”倾向；“habits”习惯；“customs”习俗。
这里讲的是科技的快速发展是当今社会的主要趋势之一。
2.The growing concern for environmental protection is an important ______ in recent years.A.phenomenonB.eventC.incidentD.occurrence答案：A。
“phenomenon”现象，符合语境；“event”事件；“incident”小事件；“occurrence”发生的事情。
这里说的是对环境保护的日益关注是近年来的一个重要现象。
3.The shift towards renewable energy sources is a significant ______ in the energy sector.A.movementB.actionC.operationD.activity答案：A。
“movement”动向、趋势，符合语境；“action”行动；“operation”操作；“activity”活动。
这里指的是向可再生能源的转变是能源领域的一个重大趋势。
4.The increase in urbanization is a prominent ______ in many countries.A.featureB.characteristicC.qualityD.property答案：B。
“characteristic”特点、特征，符合语境；“feature”特色；“quality”质量；“property”属性。
Status quo of China
Investment maintains a rapid growthFixed asset investment is an important indicator of industry vitality and entrepreneurial confidence. It can be seen from Table 2 that in 2017, although the growth rate of the industry’s production declined, the investment in fixed assets continued to maintain a rapid growth. The total investment amounted to RMB 84.925 billion, which represented a year-on-year in-crease of 2.76%. It was at the highest level in all textile industries and was 18 percentage points higher than the investment in 2016, re-entering the rising period. The investment in nonwovens accounted for 44.1% of the entire industry, with a growth rate of 22.38%; the investment growth rate of rope cables was close to50%; the investment in canvas and tarp was increased by 26.22%; the investment growth in filtering, geo-technical, transportation and other fields reached 28.41 %. The tyre cord fabric industry continued its decline for many years, and investment dropped by 22.85%. The investment in fixed assets in the industry is mainly the increase in new production capacity, especially in the fields of spunbonded nonwovens, spunlace non-wovens, geotechnical textiles, building & construction textiles, and filtering and separating textiles. And the companies also put more investment in driving the technological transformation and upgrading of existing equipment, especially energy conservation & emission reduction and smart manufacturing.Good economic benefitsAccording to data from the National Bureau of Statistics, in 2017, the main business income and total profit of enterprises above designated size in the indus-trial textile industry in China were RMB 289.75 bil-lion and RMB 16.51 billion respectively, an increase of 5.19% and a decrease of 3.90%. It is the first falling that total profits had ever seen since the 12th Five-Year Program. The rea-sons for the decline are as follows: First, the ribbons and tyre cord fabric sector continued to slump. In 2017, the main business income in this area was reduced by 3.44%, and the cost was reduced by only 1.89%, result-ing in a decrease in its gross profit margin by 1.41 percentage points. The total amount has been reduced by nearly 30%. Second, in 2017, the price fluctuations of major chemical fiber raw materials made it difficult for enterprises to transfer all price pressures to users in a short period of time, affecting the profitability of the company. Third, the industry’s investment has been active and production capacity has grown rapidly in recent years. It is difficult for the market to fully absorb the new capacity in the short term, which has led to fierce competition among companies in some areas and the sales price of products has been under greater pressure. According to the survey conducted by the association, it is difficult for companies to generally reflect the sales price of products in escalation with raw materi-als. Customs data also show that the export prices of most commodities have declined to varying degrees.Of the five categories of products given by the National Bureau of Statistics, the other industrial textiles including filtration, geotechnical, protective, and automotive textiles exhibited the best development (see Table 3), and the total income from main operations and total profit arerespectively RMB 44.262 billion and RMB 2.874 billion, with an increase of 13.35% and 22.28% re -spectively. The gross profit margin was 15.53%, an in -crease of 0.51 percentage point, and the profit rate was 6.49%, an increase of 0.47 percentage point, which was nearly 0.8 percentage point higher than the indus -try average, reflecting the good development potential and profitability. The development of enterprises in this area is in good condition. On the one hand, these products have high technological content and strong market competitiveness, playing an increasingly im -portant role in all fields. On the other hand, these areas are facing markets of high-speed development includ -ing environmental protection, infrastructure construc-tion, and transportation, etc., enjoying ample room for development.Rebounded imports and exportsWith the technological advancement of China’s industrial textiles, the further promotion of the “Belt and Road” Initiative, and the economic recovery of major developed countries, the companies in the industry have made great progress in exploring the international markets. In 2017, the industrial textiles industry exported 24.261 billion U.S. dol -lars, a year-on-year increase of 5.99%, reversing the situation in which exports have been growing at a low rate for many years or even declined. In the same period, the imported industrial textiles worth 7.054 billion U.S. dollars, a year-on-year increase of 12.18%. The economy is full of vitality and the demand for high-tech and high-quality products is still relatively strong.The main export productsIn 2017, the export value of major products main -tained a varying degree of growth. The export value of industrial coated fabrics, wiping cloth, industrial fiber -glass products, and tyre cord fabrics increased by more than 10%. Felt cloth, tents, ropes and cables, nonwo -ven protective clothing and airbags also enjoyed faster growth, but the packaging textiles decreased by 2.93%, and the medical dressings was basically the same as last year (as shown in Table 4).The main export marketsFigure 1 shows that Asia is the largest export market of industrial textiles in China, accounting for 47.2% of annual exports, followed by North America and the European Union with a share of 16.9% and 15.7%, respectively. The share of Africa and Latin America is 6.6% and 6.9% respectively.The United States is still the largest country where Chinese industrial textiles are exported. Table 5 shows that in 2017, export value amounted to 3.74Figure 1 Main Export markets of China’s Industrial Textiles Industry in 2017Asia AfricaEuropean Union Non-European Union North America Latin America OceaniaFeature 专题billion U.S. dollars, an increase of 7.09% year on year. Japan was the second largest one, but exports fell by 3.12%. In recent years, China’s exports of in-dustrial textiles to Vietnam and India have grown rel-atively rapidly, which were respectively 1.35 billion U.S. dollars and 1.03 billion U.S. dollars in 2017, with respective growth rates of 13.1% and 15.23%. The top five countries in export value accounted for 37.8% of China’s total exports. In addition, China’s Hong Kong, Germany, Indonesia, Russia and the Philippines are also important markets. The export value of these 10 countries and regions accounted for 51% of the total.Coated fabrics, synthetic leather and its base cloth, and nonwovens are China’s major export products to India and Vietnam. Export value is relatively large, but in terms of export prices, Vietnam is higher than India. Vietnam and India are countries with rapid eco-nomic growth around China. The demand for various industrial textiles is relatively large. China’s industrial textile industry has strong advantages in equipment manufacturing, technological innovation, product quality, etc. It is superior to European and American countries and other developed countries in terms of price, and geographically adjacent to it, the overall ad-vantages are very obvious. It is to continue to increase the development of these two markets.ImportsIn 2017, China imported industrial textiles of 7.054 billion U.S. dollars, an increase of 12.18% year on year. Among them, diapers and sanitary napkins saw the largest amount of imports, reaching 1.423 billion U.S. dollars. Imports of nonwovens, industrial coated fabrics, airbags, and industrial fiberglass products were also relatively high, at 883 million U.S. dollars and 768 million U.S. dollars, 638 million U.S. dollars, and 606 million U.S. dollars respectively. In addition to airbags, the imports of the other four categories of products were all increasing; however, the import pric-es of major products declined at different rates. Japan, China Taiwan, South Korea, the United States, and Germany are the main sources of imported industrial textiles in China, with imports accounting for 78.4% of the total.Status quo of key sectorsMedical and hygiene textilesMedical and hygiene textiles are widely used in the industrial textiles industry. From the perspective of disposable sanitary products, the market for women’s sanitary napkins is relatively mature and has a high penetration rate. It also maintains a natural growth every year at about 5%, and the quality of products continues to grow toward high levels. Baby diapers are still a market with rapid growth at about 15%. The industry continues to innovate in surface materials, absorbent cores, product design, etc. Chinese market has been able to lead the innovation and development of the global diaper industry; and adult incontinence products are still in the market cultivation period of very large potential, with an annual growth of more than 30%. However, to achieve a breakthrough needs a relatively long-term process based on joint efforts from the level of economic development, consumption habits, and related national policies. Wiping products (dry towels and wipes) is another high-growth market with a growth rate of more than 10%. In particular, as economic conditions improve and the pace of life accelerates, the scope of application and use of dispos-able wiping products will continue to expand. In 2017, the investment and production of spunlace nonwovens and spunbonded nonwovens for sanitary materials continued to grow at a high rate. China’s sanitary materials also actively explore overseas markets. In 2017, the export value of diapers and sanitary napkins reached 1.607 billion U.S. dollars, an increase of 5.41% year on year, of which adult incontinence goods ex-ports reached 240 million U.S. dollars.The development of the medical textile industry is relatively stable, and the degree of concentration of the industry is relatively high. The export propor-tion of the industry is relatively large. In 2017, China exported 893 million U.S. dollars worth of disposable nonwoven protective clothing, an increase of 8.77% year on year. The export of medical dressings such as gauze and bandages totaled 769 million U.S. dollars, a year-on-year increase of 0.61%. Due to the factors of China’s medical insurance policy and product certification system, the proportion of disposable medical textiles used in hospitals in China is not high, and the products are mainly produced in the form of OEMs for ex-ports.According to the association’s research on key enterprises in the field, the company’s main business income and total profit respectively increased by 15.55% and 16.23% in 2017, and the profit rate was basically the same as that of the same period of last year.Geotextiles and construction textilesThe market for geotextiles and construction textiles is closely related to the country’s infrastructure construction. In 2017, the investment in fixed assets of the railway industry in China completed 801 billion RMB, with 35 new projects and 356 billion RMB new investment. The accumu-lated investment in highway construction reached 2116.25 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 17.7%, and the implementation of water con-servancy investment was 717.6 billion RMB, creating a new record high. The country’s huge investment in fixed assets and the advancement of the “Belt and Road Initiative” have contributed greatly to the development of China’s geotextiles and construction textiles industry.Although the overall development of the industry is relatively good, due to the impact of the national environmental protection policy, the production of small enterprises within the industry is affected. In the long run, with the adjustment of national engineering bidding policies and im-provement of engineering projects on geotechnical materials performance indicators, small companies with weak product development and poor quality control capabilities will suffer more upgrading pressures. Transport textilesTransport textiles are a relatively fast growing field in industrial tex-tiles. First of all, the auto industry still maintained a certain growth. In 2017, China’s auto production was 29,015,400, an increase of 3.19% year on year, of which the growth rate of SUVs and commercial vehicles was 13.81% and 13.95% respectively, and the output of new energy vehicles was increased by 53%. China has become the world’s largest car producer. Secondly, textile materials have strong advantages over traditional materi-als in terms of weight, sound insulation, comfort performance, and envi-ronmental performance, showing an obvious trend to replace traditional materials. Thirdly, the application of new textile materials in vehicles is expanding. For example, microfiber materials are being more widely used in automobile seats, door panels, etc. High-performance fiber composite materials are gradually used in new energy vehicles. As technology ma-tures and costs are reduced, the use of fiber composites in automobiles will become more widespread. In addition to automobiles, the applica-Feature 专题tion of textile materials in high-speed rail and aircraft is also expanding, including not only traditional seat fabrics but also new honeycomb materials, door panel materials, and filter materials.It is more difficult for transport textile compa-nies to enter the supply chain of auto companies and the cycle is longer. Therefore, the size of companies in the industry is generally large and the degree of industrial concentration is high. However, with the de-velopment of domestic auto companies, there are also some smaller supporting companies in the industry. According to the statistics of the association, in 2017, the main business income of the backbone enterprises increased by 8.75%, and the total profit was basically the same as last year.Filtration and separation textilesIn 2017, China intensified efforts to improve the atmospheric environment, seeing significantly im-proved air quality, in which the filtration and separa-tion textile companies have played an important role, and the industry has ushered in a rare opportunity for development. In 2017, the emission standards for air pollutants in the industrial sector were revised again, and a new round of environmental improvement re-form of enterprises was emerging. The emission con-centration of soot and dust less than 10 mg/Nm3 has gradually become normal.Bag type dust removal has the characteristics of efficient purification of fine particles, wide range of processing air volume, and small influence of dust properties. Bag filter has become the mainstream dust removal equipment, and its industrial application is very extensive. The application ratio has been ris-ing year by year. The reality shows that bag filter has gradually become the mainstream equipment for the efficient purification of particulate matter. Bag type dust removal has become the main force in China to achieve ultra-low emissions and upgrade the stan-dard. In terms of water filtration, benefiting from the increase in environmental protection requirements, woven filter fabrics also developed rapidly in 2017, and the export value reached 129 million U.S. dollars. According to the survey conducted by the association, the main business income and total profit of backbone enterprises in 2017 increased by 21.97% and 13.95% respectively, and the profit rate was about 10%.Filtration and separation textiles are industrial consumables. National environmental protection re-quirements will maintain relatively high standards. It is expected that the industry will continue to maintain a rapid growth. China has established a complete industrial chain from high-performance fibers to engi-neering services in this field, and it is highly competi-tive. However, market competition is not standardized. In particular, a large amount of accounts receivable has had an adverse effect on the development of the industry.Structural reinforcement textilesAt present, China has become the world’s largest and fastest growing market for wind power genera-tion, and offshore wind power has achieved rapid development. According to statistics, in 2017, China added 15.3 million kilowatts of grid-connected wind power, and cumulative grid-connected installed capac-ity reached 164 million kilowatts, accounting for 9.2% of total installed power generation capacity. Due to changes in policy, the newly installed capacity of wind power in China has continued to decline since2015,but due to the increase in average stand-alone power, the use of glass fiber and carbon fiber still maintains a relatively high level.With the technological advancement of domestic carbon fiber, China’s carbon fiber composite material industry has also achieved rapid development. How-ever, compared with developed countries, applications are mainly concentrated in the field of sports and lei-sure products, and are now gradually being applied to transport, while being applied in aviation very little. According to customs data, in 2017, China exported 1,984 tons of carbon fiber and products, and the export value was 74.92 million U.S. dollars, an increase of 7.96% and 21.13% respectively over the same period of last year, while the value of imports during the same period reached 435 million U.S. dollars, an increase of 4.15% year on year.Protective and safety textilesThe market for protective and safety textiles in China is very large. Front-line workers in the fields of fire protection, petroleum and petrochemicals, coal, steel and metallurgy all need high-quality products to ensure occupational safety. With the deepening of the people-oriented concept and the improvement of related safety production regulations as well as the de-velopment of the national emergency industry and the promotion of military-civilian integration strategy, the development of the security field has received more and more attention; however, compared with medical textiles, filtration and separation of textiles and other rapidly developing areas, this sector shows a slower pace.On the one hand, it is related to the technology and products within the industry. China has made great breakthroughs in the development of various types of flame-retardant, cut-resistant, anti-static special fibers and fabrics, but subject to standards, testing and certi-fication, the high-end market in this area, such as some protection products for special conditions, still needs to purchase from multinationals. Compared with the giants such as DuPont, 3M, and Honeywell, China’s enterprises are small in scale and have weak innova-tion capabilities. The gap between basic R&D and product development is relatively large. On the other hand, standards in the area of security pro-tection are lagging behind, and procurement policies with low bid prices have also limited the application of new products and technologies to a certain extent, and cannot effectively protect workers.According to the survey conducted by the association, in 2017, the main business income and total profit of key enterprises increased by 6.42% and 13.90% respectively.Forecast of industry development in 2018In 2018, China’s industrial textiles industry is facing a more favor-able environment. First of all, China’s economy and society will continue to maintain healthy and stable development. The GDP growth rate is expected to reach about 6.5%. The development environment faced by manufacturing enterprises is more optimized, for the state attaches im-portance to the development of the real economy, deepens the reform of the supply-side structure, vigorously reduces taxes and fees, and strongly encourages technological innovation. National income continues to grow, the gap between urban and rural areas is narrowed, and the integration of military and civilians is further advanced. The state will continue to in-crease investment in environmental protection, infrastructure construction and new energy sources, and the domestic demand market for major prod-ucts of the industry will continue to maintain a rapid growth. The global economy continues to recover. The demand for industrial textiles in the developed markets of Europe and the United States continues to grow at a moderate pace. Countries and regions along the Belt and Road have a strong demand for the disposable sanitary materials, nonwovens, coated fabrics, geotextiles, and filter materials in China.China’s industrial textiles not only have the largest scale in the world, but also have made tremendous progress in the training of professionals, special equipment and raw material guarantees. The gap between the de-veloped countries in terms of technological innovation, new product de-velopment, refined management, and product quality has been gradually scaled down, achieving many achievements in smart manufacturing and green manufacturing. The strength of backbone enterprises has grown, with products not only meeting domestic needs, but also having strong competitiveness in the world.In 2018, China’s industrial textile industry will develop steadily. The growth rate of production and sales will be slightly higher than that of 2017. Exports will continue to maintain a high growth rate, and profitabil-ity will be improved. The growth rate of investment in fixed assets may see somewhat dropping.Feature 专题。
大学生如何践行爱国主义一部英语作文
大学生如何践行爱国主义一部英语作文Title: The Practice of Patriotism Among University StudentsIn the contemporary era, national prosperity and development are intrinsically linked with the actions and ideologies of the youth, particularly university students. As the beneficiaries of advanced education and cultural exchange, it is both a privilege and a responsibility for students to embrace patriotism in a tangible, meaningful way. But how can university students actualize this abstract concept into concrete practices within their daily lives and academic endeavors?The first pathway through which university students can demonstrate their patriotic spirit is by actively engaging in educational pursuits that enhance their understanding of their nation's history, culture, and societal needs. By thoroughly studying these subjects, students gain a profound appreciation for their country's journey and the sacrifices made by previous generations to secure the freedoms and opportunities they enjoy today. A deep intellectual connection to one's homeland naturally fosters a sense of duty to contribute positively to its future.Another effective approach is participating in community service and volunteering within the broader social fabric. University students can utilize their skills and knowledge to address local issues or support public initiatives that align with the vision of a prosperous society. Whether it involves tutoring underprivileged children, assisting in environmental clean-up drives, or offering their expertise in health or legal awareness campaigns, such activities not only foster social cohesion but also imbue a profound sense of national belonging and worthiness.Furthermore, embracing technological and scientific innovations as tools for national development epitomizes a modern expression of patriotism. Given the rapid global advancements in these fields, students specializing in science, engineering, or technology can direct their research and creativity toward solving pressing national challenges. Inventing new products, improving infrastructure, or developing more efficient systems not only boosts the country's standing on the global stage but also directly benefits its citizens.Lastly, in an increasingly interconnected world, demonstrating respect and pride in one's culture whileappreciating the diversity of others represents a form of cultural patriotism. University students can partake in cultural exchange programs, international dialogues, or online forums to promote their national heritage and, in doing so, cultivate a nuanced understanding of the complexities of global citizenship. This balanced perspective not only enriches personal development but also enhances mutual respect among nations.In essence, the practice of patriotism among university students transcends mere sentiment; it requires active participation and intellectual commitment to the betterment of society and the nation at large. Through education, community engagement, innovation, and cultural diplomacy, students can express their love for their country in impactful and enduring ways. It is through these deliberate actions that the torch of national pride and progress is passed on from one generation to the next, ensuring that the spirit of patriotism remains a vibrant and dynamic force in the tapestry of a nation's evolution.。
外研版英语八年级上册Module9《Population》(Unit3)说课稿
外研版英语八年级上册Module 9《Population》（Unit 3）说课稿一. 教材分析《英语》八年级上册Module 9《Population》是以外研版教材为基础，针对我国初中学生设计的英语教学内容。
本节课的主要内容是关于世界人口问题的讨论，通过学习本节课，学生能够了解世界人口的分布、增长以及人口问题对环境和社会的影响。
教材内容丰富，包括阅读材料、词汇、语法、听力、口语等多种教学资源，旨在提高学生的综合语言运用能力。
二. 学情分析根据我国初中学生的英语学习特点和认知水平，他们在学习本节课时，已经具备了一定的英语基础，能够理解和运用简单的英语句子。
但是，对于一些关于人口问题的专业词汇和复杂句子，学生可能还比较陌生。
因此，在教学过程中，需要关注学生的个体差异，针对不同层次的学生进行有针对性的教学。
三. 说教学目标1.知识目标：学生能够掌握关于人口问题的相关词汇和表达方式，了解世界人口的分布、增长以及人口问题对环境和社会的影响。
2.能力目标：学生能够运用所学的词汇和句型，进行关于人口问题的简单交流和讨论。
3.情感目标：通过学习本节课，学生能够认识到人口问题的重要性，增强环保意识，培养社会责任感。
四. 说教学重难点1.教学重点：掌握关于人口问题的相关词汇和表达方式，了解世界人口的分布、增长以及人口问题对环境和社会的影响。
2.教学难点：运用所学的词汇和句型，进行关于人口问题的复杂交流和讨论。
五. 说教学方法与手段在本节课的教学过程中，我将采用任务型教学法，以学生为主体，教师为主导，注重培养学生的实际运用能力。
同时，利用多媒体教学手段，如图片、视频等，帮助学生更好地理解和掌握所学内容。
六. 说教学过程1.导入：通过展示一张世界人口分布的图片，引导学生关注人口问题，激发学生的学习兴趣。
2.新课呈现：介绍世界人口的分布、增长以及人口问题对环境和社会的影响。
学生通过阅读教材，了解相关词汇和表达方式。
3.课堂讲解：针对教材中的重点词汇和句型，进行讲解和示范，让学生充分理解和掌握。
人工智能和亮丽互联网研讨会
International Conference on Electronic Commerce2023 Workshop on AI/ChatGPT and Bright Internet June30,2023(Friday),9:00am-5:00pm at Xi’an Jiaotong UniversityPurpose of WorkshopThis workshop review the progress of Generative AI from pioneering ChatGPT and many competing tools in the USA,China,and South Korea.The experts from academia and industry present the interesting topics about the opportunities&challenges and yesterday&future of Generative AI.We review the social impacts and responsibility aspects of AI with the perspective Bright Origin research.We will have two keynote speeches by outstanding active speakers and three panels on AI Generated Contents and AI enabled Bright Internet Research.This workshop will give knowledge about the progress of this field and insight for the future academic research. Chairs:Jae Kyu Lee,Shan Liu(Xi’an Jiaotong University)and Zhangxi Lin(Texas Tech University)Keynote Speech1:Kyoung Jun Lee"Exploring the ChatGPT Revolution:Opportunities and Challenges"This speech covers the revolutionary aspects of hyperscale foundationmodels,with a specific focus on GPT-4,from conversational,generative,and general AI perspectives.Additionally,we will examine the impact ofthe GPT revolution on various industries and explore new businessmodels using case studies,as well as discuss future stly,wewill share ongoing research and development efforts to integratetransformers with federated learning.Kyoung Jun Lee is a professor of AI and Business at Kyung Hee University in Seoul,South Korea.He is the director of Research Institute of UCAI(User-Centric AI)Forum and the Humanitas Big Data Research Center.Lee received his B.S.,M.S.,and Ph.D.degrees in Management Science from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST),as well as a M.S.and Ph.D.in Public Administration from Seoul National University.Lee has won the Innovative Applications of Artificial Intelligence Awards from the American Association for Artificial Intelligence(AAAI)in1995,1997, and2020.He has also served as a visiting scientist and professor at Carnegie Mellon University,the Massachusetts Institute of Technology,and the University of California at Berkeley.Lee was the President of the Korean Intelligent Information Systems Society in2017.Keynote Speech2:Zhangxi Lin"From Reproduction to Comprehension:AIGC Yesterday,Today and Tomorrow"This speech will present the evolution of AIGC(Artificial IntelligenceGenerated Content)from simple reproduction to advancedcomprehension,its current state,and future trend.We will explore thefeasibility and strategy of combining deep learning with cognitivelearning towards the ultimate goal of achieving artificial generalintelligence.Furthermore,it will also discuss the challenging issuessurrounding AIGC applications,such as knowledge fusion,security impact,legal problems,and more.Zhangxi Lin is a Professor Emeritus at Texas Tech University,holding a Ph.D.in Information Systems from The University of Texas at Austin,as well as a Master's degree in Computer Applications from Tsinghua University and another Master's degree in Economics from The University of Texas at Austin. Professor Lin's journey with AI began during his studies at Tsinghua University from1979to1982.In 1989,he published his paper on knowledge-based text report generation.He began his foray into electronic commerce research in1993,and since1995,he has been a passionate advocate for electronic commerce research and entrepreneurship in China.Starting from2007,Professor Lin's research interests have gradually extended to several domains,including Big Data,FinTech,blockchain,and the Digital Economy.His previous work in AI and E-commerce has enriched these areas of study. Additionally,he serves as a steering member of the International Conference on Electronic Commerce. Panels:Artificial Intelligence Generated Contents“AI in E-Commerce:Unveiling the Benefits and Impacts of AIGC”(Chairs:Zhangxi Lin and Chen Wang)ThemeOpenAI's launch of ChatGPT in November2022marked a significant milestone in the evolution of Artificial Intelligence Generated Contents(AIGC).Within a month of its release,ChatGPT had already garnered100million subscribers,and this number was tripled two months later.We have seen mushrooming AIGC applications in recent months,such as Google's rival BERT,Baidu's AIGC service Wenxin Yiyan,AI-generated image platformMidjourney,and AI-powered music generator Amper Music,among many others.However,it is also important to note the potential for AI techniques to be used for malicious purposes, such as deepfakes,AI-based security breaches,and AI-powered crimes.As AIGC continues to advance,such as GPT-4,and demonstrate ever-more-powerful reasoning capabilities, questions arise about the potential for AI-generated content to surpass human intelligence and lead to AI general comprehension.Some even wonder whether silicon-based life could eventually supplant carbon-based life.The aim of this panel is to address the abovementioned concerns and explore the opportunities and challenges of AI in the e-commerce sector.It will delve into the impact of advanced AIGC on the business world while also examining the cutting-edge of AI research. The panel seeks to bring together individuals from academia and industry to discuss issues related to academic research and potential applications in e-commerce,while also considering ethical and regulatory concerns that arise from the implementation of AIGC technologies in the industry.Panel Objectives:1.Envisioning the innovative opportunities brought about by AIGC to preparefor the next surge in e-commerce.2.Developing a better understanding of the positive and negative impacts of AI one-commerce.3.Establishing a list of tasks for the e-commerce industry to address the challengesposed by the emerging AIGC market.4.Identifying legislative issues for better harnessing the power of AIGC.The panel is composed of two sessions.The first session is focused on status,opportunities, technologies,and trend of AIGC.The second session is intended to discuss impacts, challenges,research frontiers,and legal issues of AI in the future.The esteemed panelists hail from a variety of backgrounds,including artificial intelligence, data science,law,fine art,finance,and beyond,with experiences in both academia and the business world.It will showcase their respective unique and splendid speeches.Through this panel,we hope to foster a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by AIGC in e-commerce and inspire further research and collaboration in this emerging field. Topic1:Perspectives of AIGC’s Techniques,Products,Users,and Market (Chairs:Jie Ma and Xiaoyi Yao)1)“SwufeBrain:AIGC for Social Science”,Qing Li,Southwestern University ofFinance and Economics2)“The Soul and Power of AIGC-An Art,Design and Semiotics Perspective”,ChenWang,California State University,FullertonQing Li is an Executive Director of the Interdisciplinary ResearchInstitute at Southwestern University of Finance and Economics(SWUFE)-boasts an extensive academic background,havingpreviously held positions at the Eller Business School at the Universityof Arizona,the Computer Department of Arizona State University,andthe Information School at Korea Advanced Institute of Science andTechnology(KAIST).He was also the board member of CDAR at UC Berkeley during2010~2014.Professor Li's research focuses on financial intelligence, employing advanced intelligent information processing techniques to overcome finance-related challenges.Chen Wang is a professor of Graphic&Interactive design atCalifornia State University;With expertise in user interface and userexperience design,his research spans various design fields,includingsemantic studies,data visualization,accessibility design,informationdesign and branding.Topic2:Pursuit of Generative AI in the Evolution of E-Commerce (Chairs:Qing Li and Chen Wang)1)“Is the Transformer-Based ChatGPT Transforming Our Society?”,Jie Ma,WuxiTsinghua Institute of Applied Technologies.2)“Maximizing Business Efficiency:The Significance of AIGC Enterprise Applicationsand Strategies for Successful Implementation”,Jianhui(Jason)Wen,Emotibot Technology3)“Navigating the Legal Landscape of AI-Driven Generative Technologies”,XiaoyiYao,King&Wood Mallesons(Law firm)Jie Ma serves as the Research Director at the Wuxi Tsinghua Instituteof Applied Technologies.He obtained his PhD from University ofPortsmouth in the UK.Previously he worked as the Research Directorfor the Institute for Data Science in Tsinghua University,and once heldthe position of CTO at a prominent big data company.With a strongbackground in big data analytics,Dr.Ma's current focus lies in the fieldof post-quantum cryptography(PQC).Jianhui(Jason)Wen is serving as the Sales VP for EmotibotTechnology,responsible for market operations and ecosystemdevelopment.Their services have catered to diverse industries such asfinance,high-end manufacturing,energy,among others.He has held aMaster's degree from Tsinghua University,and been equipped withboth technical and business acumen.He had ability to communicatecomplex technological concepts in simplify language to drive business.Xiaoyi Yao is an international partner at the renowned international lawfirm,King&Wood Mallesons.Holding a Ph.D.in Biochemistry,herexpertise lies in intellectual property litigation.Dr.Yao is also adept ataddressing complex legal matters and has provided guidance to clientson the potential rights and risks associated with cutting-edge AItechnologies,such as ChatGPT.Panel:Bright Origin with AI/Sustainable Social Responsibility(Chair:Jae Kyu Lee and Shan Liu,Xi’an Jiaotong University)Theme:This panel review the social responsibility of AI and Cybersecurity and present the AI applications for the Bright Origin researches such as Federated Learning and Pre-trained Model.We also report the surveyed result of CIO’s opinion on the need of organizational social responsibility and individual’s trustful Digital ID.Jae Kyu Lee is a Distinguished Professor of School of Managementat Xi’an Jiaotong University and Professor Emeritus of KoreaAdvanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST).He has beenprofessor of KAIST since1985,and finished his tenure as HHI ChairProfessor.He received fellow and LEO Award and served thePresident(2015-6)of Association for Information Systems.He is thefounder of Principles for the Bright Internet and founded BrightInternet Research Center at KAIST and Xi’an Jiaotong University.He also founded the Bright Internet Global Summit and Bright Internet Project Consortium in 2019as posted at .He received his Ph.D.in Information and Operations Management from the Wharton School,University of Pennsylvania in1985.His research area covers AI,eCommerce,information systems,and Bright Internet.Shan Liu is a Professor of information systems and e-commerce andAssociate Dean of School of Management at Xi’an JiaotongUniversity.He serves as the founding executive editor of DataScience and Management(Elsevier).He received the Ph.D.degree inmanagement science and engineering from the Huazhong Universityof Science and Technology,Wuhan,China,in2009.He has authoredor coauthored more than50refereed articles,including articles thathave appeared or accepted in the Journal of Operations Management, the IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management,Information Systems Journal,the European Journal of Information Systems,the European Journal of Operational Research, and Information and Management.His research interests include IT project management, E-commerce,and data analytics.Tan Xiao Sheng is the Founder,Chairman and CEO of BeijingGenius Cyber Tech Co.,Ltd.He served the Technology President andChief Security Officer of360Group,and special consultant under theCybersecurity Bureau of Ministry of Public Security and Directorand Deputy Secretary-general of China Computer Federation(CCF).He also served as CTO of Yahoo!China;COO and CTO of MySpaceChina.He was awarded as top of Zhong Guan Cun’s leading talents in2012,and received an outstanding cybersecurity talent title from China Internet Development Foundation in2018.Chuang Wu is an Assistant Professor in School of Management atXi’an Jiaotong University.His research interests focused on corporatesocial responsibility,entrepreneurship,innovation,corporategovernance,and corporate strategy.His work has been publishedin some scholarly journals including Journal of Management,IEEETransactions on Engineering Management.Panel Themes and Panelistsrge Multimodal Deep Learning AI Model for Cyber Threat Detection(Tan XiaoSheng)2.The Governance of Corporate Digital Responsibility(Chuang Wu at XJTU)3.AI Ethics(Qian Chen,Huazhong Agriculture University)4.Bright Origin Approach with Social Responsibility-CIO Perspective(Jae Kyu Lee,Shan Liu at XJTU),USA Perspective(Vess Johnson and Dan Kim at North Texas University)5.Federated Learning to Merge Common and Personalized Spam Filtering Models(Fengyao Wang,Jae Kyu Lee,Xinpei Dong at XJTU)6.Effect of Pretraining in Spam Filtering Models(Qi Huang,Jae Kyu Lee at XJTU)7.Balancing of Trustfulness and Privacy in Selecting Digital ID(Jae Kyu Lee,XJTU;Sohyung Lee,Kyungki University;Jiyong Park,University of North Carolina, Greensboro)。
Status Quo of Furniture Industry Development in China
C HINES E F ORE ST RY S CIENCEAN DT E CHNOL OGYStatus Quo of Fur nitur e Industr y Developmentin ChinaHU Y anjie*Resear ch Institute of Forestry P olicy a nd Infor ma tion,Chinese Academy of F or estr y ,Beijing 100091,P.R.ChinaAbstr act:The m ain products and special zones of China ’s furniture industry were presented firstly in this paper.Some features of furniture industry were reviewe d,including the sourc e countr ies of furniture mater ials,main species of furniture materials,the distribution of major producers and the main markets of China ’s furniture.In addition,the management of furniture industry was de scribed in the end.Key wor ds:furniture industry,manufacturer,materials,market*Y j ,f ,,,y f y f y f y j @f T 66In re ce nt yea rs,Chine se furnitur e industr y ha s deve lope d ra pidly a nd loc ated on the top of the furniture industr ies in the world,striding forwa rd from the biggest one to the str ongest one.In 2006,the produc tion va lue of furniture industry reached 430billion RMB yuan,accounting for 2.05%of GDP (20940.7billion RMB yuan in 2006)and on the top of th e world (SSB 2007).The export value of fur niture industry ranked the first with 17.47billion US dollars,accounting for about one fifth of the total trade value of furniture in the world in 2006(China Customs 2007).1PRIMARY PRODUCTS AND SPECIALZONES OF FURNITURE INDUSTRY IN CHINAChina ’s furniture industry had deve loped ra pidly during the Tenth Five-year Plan period (2001-2005)and a full set of industry system had been basically established.Allkinds of furniture including householdfurniture,offic e furniture,kitc he n furniture and common furniture (such as used in hotels,hospitals,schools,theatres,rail stations,airports,etc.)could be produced in China (SFA 2006).In China ,furniture is usually classified in terms of the materials used in furniture,inc luding wooden furniture (solid wood furniture and pane l furniture),upholstered furniture (sofa,mattress and upholstered chairs),metal furnitur e (stee l f urniture and stee l furniture mixe d with wood),glass furniture ,and bamboo and rattan furniture.The wooden furniture is the dominant product which accounts for 80%of the total products.It has been reported that according to the appraisa l of China National Furniture Association,special zones of China ’s furniture industry are as follows (CNFA 2006,2007):1)Redwood furniture manufacture base —Dayong Town of Zhongshan City,Guangdong Province.The re are 500e nte rprises pr oducing re dwood(84-89)84Hu an ie emale born in 1971do ctor and research er the main stud ield s:co mmunit orestr and orest produ cts trade.E-mail:an ie ca .el:8-10-2888981V ol 7N o 220085furniture in Dayong Town with 30000employe es.Dayong redwood furniture has formed its style with ric h var ieties,fine tec hnology,good quality a nd sound prices.2)The chair industry base —A n ’ji County of Zhe jiang Province.T her e are 415e nte rpr ise s producing chairs with annual production of 2500sets in An ’ji county.Its leading product is swivel chair whose consumption volume takes up 35%of the national total.An ’ji is making great efforts to crea te the largest world-c lass chair ma nufac ture base characterized with top-quality and diversified varieties.3)The table and chair base —Ningjin Country of Shandong Province.In Ningjin County of Dezhou City the re are 2100furniture e nter prise s with 36000e mploye es and annual output of 8million se ts,ac counting for 75%of the ma rket sha re a t the north side of the Yangtze River.4)The major furniture export town —Da lingshan Town of Dongguan City,Guangdong Province.In Dalingshan Town,the re a re over 320furnitur e manufa cturing enterprise s including many famous enterprises such as Ta isheng,Y unshitong,Zhende,Dayi,Dingsheng,Zhenxing and Fubao.Most of the furnitur e (more than 90%)is imported to foreign countries.5)Manufacture base of European classical furniture —Yuhuan County of Zhejiang Province.There are more than 250furniture manufacturers of European cla ssica l home furniture in Yuhuan County.The average total production value reac hes more than 1billion yuan every year and 80%of pr oducts are 36)Manufa cture base of solid woode n furniture —Dalian City of Liaoning Province.Dalian is one of most vigor ous citie s in Nor the ast China w ith conve nient land and sea transportation,pleasant climate and a bunda nt industria l bases.There a re mo re th a n 550f u r nitu r e e n te r pr ise s w ith 100000employe es and 5billion yua n of annua l production value.The value of furniture export tops US$560million and US$100million respectively to Japan and the USA and US$50million to Europe.Dalian has many famous furniture ente rprises such as Huafeng,Longhua,Huaxia,Jingling and Juma.Especially Huafeng is a famous brand in China and its furniture is ma inly exported to Japan.Moreover,joint ventures have been established in Dalian such a s A me r ica n D ECC an d Ja pa ne se f ur nitur e companie s.The city ha s 11large-size d furniture markets with the areas of 100000ha and the annual sale s of 3billion yuan.In addition,some f amous interna tional furniture manufa ctur ers have esta blishe d their fur nitur e production bases in China.For example ,Swedish IKEA Group know n as the world ’s largest home furnishings retailer started a business in China in 1998.IKEA ha s set up its furniture production bases in Da lian,Tianjin,Shanghai and Chengdu.Dalian IKEA Furniture Manufacturing Co.,Ltd is IKEA ’s la rgest f ur nitur e manufa cturing base in China ,mainly producing tables and c ha irs which will be exported to internationa l mar ke t.IKEA has 370supplie rs in China a nd it is predic ted that IKEA purchasing volume in China will take up 20%of its global total.China has been IKEA ’s largest supply base in the world.It is estimated that 30%of IKEA ’s products are made in China (Market Inf ormation )8imported to more than 0countries.2008.C HINES E F ORE ST RY S CIENCEAN DT E CHNOL OG Y62SOURCE COUNTRIES AND SOURCE SPECIES OF THE FURNITURE MA TERIALSWith the increasing output of furniture products,the demand for furniture materials is increasing in China.There are two kinds of wood material:one is solid wood including hardwood,softwood and integrated timber (glulam or laminate),and decorative veneer;the other is wood-based panel including plywood,particleboard,fiberboard and blockboard.The raw materia ls used in China ’s solid w oode n fur niture industries a re mainly North Ame rica n hardwoods,tropical hardwoods,Russian hardwoods suc h as oak (Quercus),Manchurian ash (Fraxinus mandshuric a)and birch (Betula spp.)and a small amount of European beech (Fagus sylvatica).Before the 1990s the principa l r aw materia l for export-oriented furniture was mostly tropical timber.From 2000on,with the r apid development of exports to the USA through investment by American companies,more North American hardwoods were imported and they replaced tropical timber as the number one raw material for wooden furniture.Statistics show that Ch ina ha s now bec ome the biggest buye r of hardwood timber produce d in the northeast of the USA.The de tail information is as followings:1)Solid woodThe development of the furniture industry in China ha s very obvious regiona l feature and diff erent regions utilize different species.In southern China,mostof the solid wooden furniture produced use tropical timber,a nd the most common (f D );(T gr a ndis)from Mya nmar,Indone sia ,T haila nd,Vietnam,Laos and Cambodia;Mengaris (Koom passia excelsa)from Malaysia,Indonesia and Papua New Guinea;Sapele (Entandrophra gma cylindricum )from Gabon,Congo,Cameroon a nd Equatorial Guinea ;Kapur (Dr yoba lanops aromatica )from Malaysia and Indonesia;Mahogany (Swietenia ma ha goni)from Africa.At the same time,the proportion of North American specie s and specie s from other regions are increasing.The most common North American species inc lude red oak (Q.r ubr a),white oak (Q.a lba ),black walnut (Jugla ns nigra ),hard maple (Ace r Nigr um or A.Sa ccha r um),soft maple (A.r ubr um),swee t c herr y (Pr unus a vium)and black che rry (Pr.serotina ).The species from other regions is mainly radiant pine (Pinus r adia te )fr om Ne w Zealand.Furnitur e pr oduc tion in the e aste rn China is conc entra te d in Shangha i a nd Zhe jia ng a nd the timber s used ar e the imported N or th Ame ric an hardwoods such as maple,red oak,white oak,cherry and hickory.Imported European beech and tropica l ha rdwoods from We st A fric a,SE Asia,South Amer ica a nd Oc eania (mainly from Papua Ne w Guinea)are also used.Furniture e nterprise s in Harbin a nd Dalian in the Northeast and in Beijing,Tianjin,Hebei and Shandong in northern China use mainly the imported Russian hardwoods such as Scotch pine (P.sylvestr is),oak (Q.mongolica ),e lm (Ulmus pumila L.),a sh(F.mandshur ica),birch (Brtula medwediewii)and a few North American hardwoods.2)Wood-based panelM f f y f ,y 8tr ee spe cies include redw ood tr ee spe cies o Pteroca rpus spp.and albergia spp.teak ectinaost o the panels used in urniture industr come rom domestic enterprises but it is still necessar toV ol7N o22008import high-grade wood-based panels including plywood and particleboard for high-grade wooden furniture manufacture.It is e stimate d that China f urniture industr y’s demands for solid wood,qualified wood-based panel and decorative vene er will incre ase with the rapid developme nt of furniture industry in future.At the same time,the gap between supply and demand will become larger and larger.China furniture industry has to diversify its materials sources and pay more attention to materials source s from abroad(Furniture Forum2008).3DISTRIBUTION OF MAJOR FURNITURE PRODUCERS IN CHINAGeographic ally,there ar e four major furniture-making clusters distributed in the south,east,north and nor theast of China,in which the south base (the Pearl River Delta)and the east base(the Y angtze Rive r D elta)pla y an importa nt role in China furniture industry(Furnitur e Forum2008).In the Pe arl River D elta f oreign enterprises are very common.This conc entra tion of produc tion ha s cre ated an exce llent manufa ctur ing and export envir onme nt:efficie nt transpor tation,convenient clearance of goods,excellent accommodation and communica tions,and high-qua lity educa ted a nd talented pool of workers.All these elements provide a good condition for the manufacture a nd e xport of furnitur e.In comparison with developments of the sector in the Pe arl River D elta,the furniture industry in Yangtze River Delta started a little later but its rate of expansion has bee n rapid.I,f f c on c en tra te d in th e Pe a r l Rive r De lta,i.e. Gua ngz hou,Shenz hen,D onggua n,Shunde a nd Zhongshan.The number of manufacturers accounts for about34%of the total in China.The Pearl River Delta area is called as the original a rea of mode rn furniture in China.Most enterprises and companies f rom Ta iwa n Pr ovinc e a nd Ho ng K ong ha ve established furniture factories in this region.For example,Taiwan Samson G roup,w hich c ame to Chinese mainland since1980,is the first Taiwa n furniture company coming to Guangdong Province. It had established production base in Dongguan City of Guangdong Province.Now the group has6000 employees,9branch factories a nd produces200 million pie ces annually.Its products are made of higher grade USA panel such as Che rry or Maple a nd all the p roduc ts a r e exp orte d to for e ig n countr ies.In e aste rn China,furniture ma nufa cture rs a re conc entra ted in Ya ngtze Rive r Delta,including Sha ngha i,Jia ng su a nd Zh ejia ng(H an gz hou, Wenz hou,Shaoxing,Yuhuan and Yiwu).The number of manufac tures acc ounts f or about43%of the total.In northe rn China,fur nitur e ma nufac ture rs a re c onc e ntra ted in Beijing,Tia njin,He be i an d Shandong.The number of manufacture s acc ounts for about16%of the total.Fur n itu re e nte r pr ise s in th e No r the a st a r e concentrate d in Harbin a nd Dalian.The number of manufacture s acc ounts for about5%of the total.The re a re fe w furn iture ma nufa cture rs in the southwest and northwest of the country,accounting f%f87n souther n China urniture manu a cture rs a re or about2o the total.C HINES E F ORE ST RY S CIENCEAN DT E CHNOL OGY4MAJOR MARKETS OF FURNITURE IN CHINAIt is reported that over the past few years the growth of the demand for furniture in China consumption ma rke t w a s 8.8%,and pe r c ap itafu rnitur econsumption capacity reached about 17US dolla rs in 2005(SSB 2006).Ac cording to incomplete statistics,China had newly set up more than 50big furniture markets with an area of 10000m 2in 2004alone,in which IKEA,B&Q and OBI are the leading forces (CNFA 2005).Experts think that middle-and high-grade furniture has become a new popula rity among consumers in China along with the increment of per capita incomes and sustainable deve lopment of real estate market.Therefore,domestic furniture market will focus on big cites such as Be ijing,Sha nghai,Guangz hou,Tia njin,Chengdu,Shenyang,etc.The demands for fur niture mainly c ome f rom old home furniture replacing,new built apartments,ne w built offic e buildings,old hotel furniture re plac ing and kids ’furniture.It is estimated that the domestic furniture consumption will reach 280billion RMB yuan in the near future (Market Information 2008).With the rapid development of China ’s fur niture manufa cturing sector,exports of various kinds of furniture have increased.Of the va rious kinds of furniture exported in the past years,wooden furniture ge ne rated the most value a nd the dominance of wooden furniture has been maintained at about 50%of all furniture exports over the past decade.There are mainly five exportmarkets:North America,Europe,Japan and Korea,Southea st Asia and Middle I 6,f f x rose 39%to US$8.78billion,accounting for 32%of the national total forest products value and continuing to rank first among exported forest products.Main export markets included the USA (US$4172million,47.5%),Hong Kong (US$841million,9.6%),Japan (US$595million,6.8%),England (US$579million,6.6%),Canada (US$328million,3.7%),Australia (US$300million,3.4%)and South Korea (US$232million,2.6%)in 2006(China Customs 2006).The top 10furniture manufa ctur ing and e xpor t province s ar e Gua ngdong,Z hejiang,Jia ngsu,Shangha i,Fujian,Shandong,Tianjin,Liaoning,Beijing and Xinjiang (CNFA 2007).5MANAGEMENT OF FURNITUREINDUSTRY IN CHINAAt national level,there is China National Furniture Association (CNFA)located in Beijing,which is a non-profit juridical association under the State Light Industry Administra tion (SLIA).A number of branchorganizations are set up under the Association,including Solid Wood Furniture Special Committee,Sofa Special Committee ,Of fic e Furniture Specia l Committee,Kitchen Furniture Special Committee and Design Special Committee.CNFA is a tra ns-sector and trans-regional nationa l associa tion formed voluntarily by furniture industry enterprises dealing mainly with furniture production,management,scientific researc h,guidance as well as c onsultation.A cting as the bridge between the government and member enterprises,the Association has the objective to protect the common interest of me mber e nter prises,to wholehea rte dly provide f ,y88Asia.n 200the value o wooden urniture e portsser vice or membe r enterprise to deliver policV ol7N o22008information to member enterprises,and to promotethe development of the furniture industry.The A ssociation ha s45branch associa tions a t theprovincial or city level up to now,such as GuangdongFur niture Association and L ia oning Furnitur eAssocia tion.In main furniture manufac ture bases,there are also Furniture Assoc iations at city,countyor township level.For example,Shenzhen FurnitureAssociation was set up in1986,with more than500enter prises members.Through holding furnitureexhibitions and fairs,these Furniture Associationspro vid e mor e ma rke t op portunities for th eirente rprises.REFERENCESChina National Furniture Association(CNFA).2007.Chinafurniture yearbook.BeijingChina National Furniture Association(CNFA).2006.Chinafurniture 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奋进力量潮的英语作文
The force of progress is an unstoppable tide that has been shaping the world in countless ways.It is a driving force that propels societies forward,fostering innovation, creativity,and the development of new ideas and technologies.This essay will explore the various aspects of the force of progress and its impact on different facets of life.The Power of InnovationInnovation is at the heart of the force of progress.It is the process of translating an idea or invention into a good or service that creates value or for which customers will pay. Innovations have transformed industries,from the advent of the steam engine to the development of the internet and smartphones.They have made our lives more convenient, connected,and efficient.The Role of TechnologyTechnology is a key component of the force of progress.It has revolutionized the way we communicate,work,and live.The digital age has brought about unprecedented access to information and resources.It has also enabled the creation of new platforms for learning, collaboration,and social interaction.Economic Growth and DevelopmentThe force of progress is closely linked to economic growth and development.As societies advance technologically and economically,they experience improvements in living standards,healthcare,and education.The pursuit of progress often leads to the creation of new industries and job opportunities,contributing to a more prosperous and stable society. Environmental ConsiderationsWhile the force of progress has many positive aspects,it is not without its challenges. The rapid industrialization and urbanization have led to environmental issues such as pollution,deforestation,and climate change.As a result,there is a growing emphasis on sustainable development,which seeks to balance economic growth with environmental protection and social equity.Cultural ImpactThe force of progress also influences culture.It can lead to the blending of traditional and modern values,the spread of global cultural trends,and the evolution of societal norms. This cultural exchange can enrich societies but may also lead to conflicts and the loss ofunique cultural identities.Education and KnowledgeEducation is a fundamental aspect of the force of progress.It equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to and benefit from societal advancements. Lifelong learning has become increasingly important in a world where knowledge and technology are constantly evolving.Challenges and OpportunitiesThe force of progress presents both challenges and opportunities.It requires societies to adapt to new technologies,economic models,and global dynamics.It also demands that we address the ethical,social,and environmental implications of our actions. ConclusionIn conclusion,the force of progress is a multifaceted phenomenon that shapes our world in profound ways.It is a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of a better future.As we continue to harness this force,it is crucial that we do so responsibly, ensuring that progress benefits all and is sustainable for generations to come.。