...As an amalgamation of the old and the new, Shanghai is commonly known as an archetype of modernity and a herald of the future. Despite its intimate connection with typified globalization processes, China’s modernization needs to be understood as “an endogenous process that will lead to a distinct form of Chinese modernity” (Friedmann). As the scale and size of China’s urbanization continues at an unprecedented rate, multiple socio-economic changes will occur that will have implications on both domestic and global levels. While unparalleled urbanization guarantees substantial new markets and investment opportunities, it also introduces many multifaceted challenges to overcome. The challenge of growing urban populations will transmit increasing demands on the security of funding for various social services, while affecting the supply and demand of essential resources such as clean water, land and energy. It is for these reasons, that, “stories of architectural construction are not only about engineering and aesthetics; they also include cultural and sociological perspectives”(). In essence, examining the intersections of the past and present within the contemporary urban backdrop of Shanghai will serve as a catalyst in assessing the effects of urban construction on Shanghai and its citizens. This reflection will focus on new and reconstructed space in a historical and contemporary context. The history of the Bund will provide the political context of Shanghai’s rise and fall during...
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...Shanghai Shanghai is a huge city located in China. This happens to be the largest populated city in the whole world. It is a global financial center, and a transport hub with the world's busiest container port. Located in the Yangtze River Delta in East China, Shanghai sits at the mouth of the Yangtze River in the middle portion of the Chinese coast. In 1842, the British arrived, Shanghai was already densely populated with 250,000 people. This number will grow rapidly in Shanghai in the future. After the British arrived so did the United Stated and France. British then called them coat-tail imperialist. Citizens of many countries and all continents came to Shanghai to live and work during this time period; those who stayed for long periods, called themselves "Shanghailanders”. The reasons they stayed was mostly because of the trade of opium and other things like cotton. This number of people in Shanghai now is up over 24 million and growing every day. One of the main reasons for the vast population in this region was Shanghai had a large concentration of fresh drinkable water that most people wanted and the cotton fields were vast and growing and there was a potential for a lot of money to be made. After people began to settle is when factories were built because there were a vast number of people who needed jobs. This was when the population grew vastly. Also they people began to come to this region because the Opium wars were breaking out in the ghettos of shanghai. The...
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...MAJESTICA HOTEL IN SHANGHAI? On March 20, 2005, Richard Roy, executive vicepresident of Majestica Hotels Inc., was in China, for negotiations with Commercial Properties of Shanghai Limited (CPS). They were discussing a possible management contract under which Majestica would be the operator of a new luxury hotel there owned by Shanghai Industrial Holdings. Majestica Hotels Inc. was one of the world’s leading operators of luxury hotels. The expansion into mainland China had been on management’s agenda since 1999. The opportunity emerged in late 2003 when a close friend of Majestica’s chief executive officer (CEO) revealed that CPS was looking for an operator for its new luxury hotel under construction in Shanghai. Majestica immediately sent representatives to Shanghai to explore the possibility of becoming the operator. Majestica’s proposal was welcomed by CPS, and a letter of intent was signed on August 20, 2004. However, in discussions regarding the management contract, the two parties had reached a deadlock. The key issues to be resolved were the contract term, and the responsibilities and rights of Majestica as the operator, and CPS as the owner, of the hotel. This Shanghai deal was important for Majestica’s global expansion. It would not only provide Majestica with the opportunity to enter the China market but could also set a precedent for Majestica’s future expansion in other emerging markets. MAJESTICA HOTELS INC. Majestica was founded in 1970 in Western...
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...A Report on Shanghai (Yangshan) Port Visit 2013 Debarshi Das IIFT Kolkata 7/7/2013 Contents * What is a Port - page 3 * Types of Port - page 3 * Major Ports in China - page 4 * Port’s major functions - page 5 * About Shanghai Port - page 6 * Yangshan deep water container terminal - page 7 * Key points and challenges - page 9 * References - page 9 What is a Port? A “Port” is a facility for receiving ships and transferring cargo to and from them. They are usually situated at the edge of an ocean or sea, river, or lake. Ports often have cargo-handling equipment such as cranes and forklifts for use in loading/unloading of ships, which may be provided by private interests or public bodies. Often, canneries or other processing facilities will be located very close by. Harbor pilots, barges and tugboats are often used to safely maneuver large ships in tight quarters as they approach and leave the docks. The presence of deep water in channels or berths, the provision of protection from the wind, waves and storm surges and access to intermodal transportation such as trains or trucks are critical to the functioning of seaports and river ports. Types of port: (i) Seaport: The terms "port" and "seaport" are used for ports that handle ocean-going vessels; (ii) River port: used for facilities that handle river traffic; (iii) Inland port: An inland port may be located on a lake or river and have river...
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...interactive displays than others. However, the greatest honor cumulative to the hosts. The city of Shanghai, which was a badge member of the exclusive club of the world’s premiere cities, worthy of the event in a world-class. More widely, the Beijing Olympics of 2008 showed the new China and precisely provided an example of socialism with Chinese characteristics. Hence, the Chinese government may point to the Expo as another example of the admiration of the world turning toward China. It was reported that in the last 160 years, there has never an Expo similar to that, which took place in the 2010 Shanghai Expo. A case in point is that more than 700,000 people poured into a site the size of Baltimore in Shanghai in 184 days. They found that an unprecedented number of pavilions, built by the state and enterprises exhibitors, which deployed cutting edge architecture and state-of-the-art exhibition techniques to comment as ‘Better City, Better Life’ in English, but the Chinese version is closer to ‘city: let ’s make life better ’. Methodology The City Brand is the basis of the assessment of urban readings. Therefore, this study adopted Anholt’s (2007) six different aspects which include local, exist, pulse, pulse potential, and the premise, and through which tangible and intangible dimensions of the development of a city to evaluate the Shanghai’s strategy and effects of Shanghai branding. Questionnaire normally produced,...
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...China (Shanghai) Pilot Free-Trade Zone is a free-trade zone launched in Shanghai, China on September 29, 2013. It is reported that there will be revolutions in finance, social service, cultural service, shipping and professional business services. There are several characteristics of this FTZ (Free-Trade Zone). Firstly, this FTZ focuses on function innovation and this is different from other bonded areas in China which focus on special policies. Secondly, this FTZ is different from the Singapore Freeport mode. Singapore Freeport mode is characterized by the development of policies and systems in Freeport, including the freedom of trade, finance exchange and shipping. Even though China (Shanghai) Pilot FTZ draws international practice, the main purpose is promoting reform and accumulating experience for reform in nationwide. Last but not least, this FTZ is a national strategy which is not limited to general industry cultivation, investment and economic development. Actually, it intends to improve system of investment management, finance, shipping and trade at multi-levels. When it comes to the background, it is noticeable that China has become the second largest trading nation in the world since entering WTO. In order to strengthen its status in the trade, America tries to establish another trading organization which excludes China. America established TPP (Trans -Pacific Partnership Agreement) with countries situated around Pacific Ocean and TTIP (Transatlantic Trade and Investment...
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...Shanghai Zhu Jia Jiao – The Ancient River Town Thanks to the extended holiday brought by Qu Yuan, on the Dragon Boat Festival I took an hour bus trip to this tourist site in rural Shanghai – Zhu Jia Jiao. For those who don’t know the story of Dragon Boat Festival, there was once a great poet and Politian Qu Yuan, who jumped into the river out of despair for his empire. People then mourned his death by throwing glutinous rice wrapped with reed leaves, known as Zongzi, into the river, hoping to prevent animals from eating his body. These Zongzi became a cultural festival food, and can be found everywhere in this ancient river town. Zhu Jia Jiao is an ancient town along a river, with historic Chinese houses, stores, and bridges. I can imagine how this town had been hundreds of thousands of years ago, just like the daily life illustrated in the famous Chinese painting “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” (清明上河圖). But looking from one of the 36 bridges today, it feels nostalgia to see the same view, except that regular residents are replaced by tourists and business people. On the narrow streets you can still find elders dressed in traditional costume, selling cultural food made in the old fashioned way. Namely, the famous stinky Tofu that you can trace from far far away. Also, because of the special festival, there were people demonstrating the process of making Zongzi, and with the entrance ticket every visitor can experience making one Zongzi for free! Wrapping...
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...satisfy in order to be eligible for listing its shares on the exchange? Listing Criteria The rules governing the listing of stocks on Shanghai Stock Exchange were first come into effective in January 1998. Later on, these rules experienced several revises--- first time in May 2000, second time in June 2001, third time in February 2002, then in December 2004 and May 2006, and the latest revise happened in September 2008. General Rules The objectives of Shanghai Stock Exchange are to maintaining an orderly securities market and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of investors. In accordance with these purposes, there are some general criteria for corporations who want to list their stocks in Shanghai Stock Exchange. Firstly, the companies should follow the regulations and laws of the People’s Republic of China, such us the Company Law, the Securities Law, the Measures on the Administration of Stock Exchanges and some other applicable laws and administrative regulations. When China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) or the Shanghai Stock Exchange has other provisions on the listing, such provisions shall prevail. Secondly, apart from the companies, the companies’ directors, supervisors, senior officers and relevant persons should also comply with laws, administrative regulations, and other regulations of the Shanghai Stock Exchanges. Thirdly, an application for listing stocks on the Exchange shall be subject to the examination and approval of the Exchange...
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...the construction and management of the hotel. First, CPS wants to learn how to manage the hotel themselves in the near future. Majestica wants to sign a contract term no less than 50 years because that is what they have on their current hotels elsewhere. However, since the average hotel management term in China is only 10 years, CPS is prepared to offer no more than a 30 year contract. CPS also does not want Majestica to control all aspects of the construction and design of the control, whereas Majestica feels is necessary they do control these aspects. Since Majestica has named all of the hotels it manages as “Majestica Hotel, (Location),” it feels it should name this hotel “Majestica Hotel, Shanghai” in order to be consistent. CPS disagrees and wants to name the hotel “Shanghai Oceania – Majestica Hotel.” The management and general staffing of the hotel is the most important issue at hand here. Majestica believes that creating a service culture at the hotel is the most important part of being a successful luxury hotel. Therefore, experienced expatriate managers and carefully selected employees is a must in Majestica’s eyes. CPS disagrees and wants to have a Chinese general manager in the near future as well as Chinese employees at every level. CPS wants to learn how to properly manage a luxury hotel and thinks this will take only a few years at most. Majestica’s Richard Roy knows that careful staffing is the secret to success in this business, and on average it took...
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...Recommendation Throughout the entire case study Paus failed to recognize the need for cultural adaptation, training and awareness and the importance of utilizing local resources to assist with cultural issues. Due to the two different cultures and generations now there is a clash between the old vision and new vision of doing business in China. Olsen and Li stand for the old and traditional way of doing business in China regarding to the Chinese values. In their view Eurochem Shanghai should carry on with the old system because relationships are overriding and values still remain strong, otherwise they will lose even more customers. On the other hand Paus is going the young and innovative way arguing that China will change one day and they have to adapt the marketing system to the new market conditions. So, is Paus right or wrong? In order to find an agreement and not to suffer, but to benefit from the diversity and different approaches of leadership, a meeting of all participants is needed at the end of the case. All persons involved should negotiate about different possibilities in order to create better situation. First of all, there have to be taken several steps in order to prepare the negotiation process. Both sides should look at the aspects which force them to negotiate; they should clarify their own objectives, stakes, the counterpart’s interests and the balance of power to position themselves. There is an urgent need to find an agreement because there are still...
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...submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements of the ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS At RAFFLES EDUCATION COLLEGE SHANGHAI, CHINA DECLARATION: 1. Material that is in the analysis of the company internship is the final result of the work of my own work and that due acknowledgment has been given in the source data to all of them in print, electronic or personal. 2. The Word Count of the Internship Project / Dissertation is __________. 3. I have read Raffles College Group Policy on Ethics in assessment and I confirm that ethical issues have been considered, evaluated and appropriately addressed in this study. SIGNED: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS At the time of this internship I would like to say a big thank you to Mr.Simon kpotchie who has guided me and gave a lot of referrals. then I also want to thank the management of MUSE ON THE BUND CLUB that has given me the opportunity to learn and work in their company so I can get a lot of valuable experience that would be helpful for my future. truly grateful to those who helped! 1.1 The history of Company Muse on the Bund is formed of several members of the founding group. Nightclubs are supported by one of Hong Kong actress Carina Lau who currently owns three clubs and restaurants in Shanghai, in addition to having the night club business, he also manages Mixing Room at the Mercedes-Benz Arena, and the club was packed to the gills and introduced during more than most of...
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...Customer Relationship Management Customer relationship management is an enterprise wide effort to acquire and retain profitable customers (AIIM, 2012). CRM affects both the company and customer by building long-term and sustainable relationships by executing the idea to treat different customers differently. Riordan Manufacturing had taken this philosophy and incorporated it into their mission as a company. Their mission reads as follows: Our Focus Six Sigma, leading edge R&D and exceeding ISO 9000 standards define the attitude and abilities of Riordan Manufacturing. We are industry leaders in using polymer materials to provide solutions to our customers challenges. Our R&D is, and will remain, the industry leader in identifying industry trends. Our Customer Relationships We will strive to be a solution provider for our customers and not be a part of our customers challenges. Long-term relationships will be sought by maintaining rigorous quality controls, innovative solutions, a responsive business attitude and reasonable pricing. Our Employees We will maintain an innovative and team oriented working environment. By assuring that our employees are well informed and properly supported, we will provide a climate focused on the long term viability of our company. Our Future We must be focused in achieving and maintaining reasonable profitability to assure that the financial and human capital is available for sustained growth (Apollo Group, 2012). As we...
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...The history of Chinese film has three separate threads of development: Cinema of Hong Kong, Cinema of China, and Cinema of Taiwan. The cinema of Mainland China after 1949 has grown up somewhat suppressed by the Communist regime until now. The Beginnings: Shanghai as the Center Motion pictures were introduced to China in 1896. The first recorded screening of a motion picture in China occurred in Shanghai on August 11, 1896, as an "act" on a variety bill. The first Chinese film, a recording of the Beijing Opera, The Battle of Dingjunshan(汉中之战）, was made in November 1905. For the next ten years the production companies were mainly foreign-owned, and the domestic film industry did not start in earnest until 1916, centering around Shanghai, a thriving entrepot center and the largest city in the Far East. During the 1920s, film technicians from the United States trained Chinese technicians in Shanghai, and American influence continued to be felt there for the next two decades. The first truly important Chinese films were produced starting from the 1930s, when the "progressive" or "left-wing" films were made, like Cheng Bugao's Spring Silkworms (1933), Sun Yu's The Big Road (1935), and Wu Yonggang's The Goddess (1934). During this time the Kuomintang struggled for power and control over the major studios, and their influence can be seen in the ensuing films produced. The post-1930 era is called the first "golden period" of Chinese cinema, where several talented directors appeared...
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...Supplier List 2013 This list includes the major manufacturing locations of suppliers who provide raw materials and components or perform final assembly for Apple. 3M Company 1030 Lake Road Medina, Ohio USA No. 8 Xingyi Road, Changning Shanghai China 3406 E. Pleasant Street Knoxville, Iowa USA 915 Adams Street S.E. Hutchinson, Minnesota USA Nanxiang 2nd Road Tianhe, Guangzhou, Guangdong China AAC Technologies Holdings Inc. Building 5, 6th floor, Nanyou Tianan Industry Park, Dengliang Road, NanShan District Shenzhen, Guangdong China Gangqiao Street, Nanxiashu Town, Wujin District, Changzhou, Jiangsu China AcBel Polytech Inc. No. 17-28, (Hong Yeh Road), Hong Yeh 138 Industrial District, Tang Xia Town Dongguan, Guangdong China Advanced-Connectek Inc. No. 2 Middle LanJing Road, Grand Industrial Zone, PingShan District Shenzhen, Guangdong China No. 888 Hua-Yuan Road, Zhang-Pu Town Kunshan, Jiangsu China AKM Semiconductor, Inc. 1-15, Nakashima-cho, Nobeoka, Miyazaki Japan No. 5 Nanke 7th Road, Southern Taiwan Science Park Tainan, Taiwan 13-2 Sekinoiri Sumie, Ishinomaki City, Miyazaki Japan 4 Ren Der Road, Hsinchu Industrial Park, Hsinchu, Taiwan 5-4960, Nakagawara-cho Nobeoka, Miyazaki Japan Alcoa, Inc. 1480 Manheim Pike, Lancaster, Pennsylvania USA Supplier List 2013 2 Alps Electric Co., Ltd. 230, Shibue Wakuya-Cho Tohda-gun, Miyagi Japan No. 5, Xingchuang 4 Road Singapore Industrial Park Wuxi, Jiangsu China 41-25, Yanagi-machi, Noda Onahama Iwaki...
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...bring you to see more inside of China and help you understand better the culture difference within such as big country. We will focus on the two of the biggest cities, Beijing and Shanghai. Slide 1 J: Guess--which one represents Beijing? Which represents Shanghai? Anyone can tell the difference between the two cities? (Chinese please keep silent.) A: Shanghai is top Chinese COMMERCIAL city with EXTREMELY long history of 700 years. J: Beijing is named as EMPIRE Capital. It has a very SHORT history of 3000 years, there of 860 years is as capital, which the people are proud of. Slide 2 A: Imagine I was a Shanghai lady firstly arrived in Beijing. I got on a Taxi and said: 师傅，麻烦你带我去天安门广场和长城逛逛。 J: 您是说您要去天安门广场和长城是吗？您哪来的呀？ 说话咋南腔北调的？ A: I was so shocked to know the Mandarin in Beijing is different with Shanghai's. Slide 3 J: Imagine I was a Beijing young man got on a bus in Shanghai for the first time of visit. I heard someone talking on the bus like this: A: 侬裤子阿子瓦特啦？裤子么坏裤大系瓦？阿子么瓦阿大系瓦。 J: Oh My god! Did the Shanghai people speak Japanese? A: Even most Shanghai people can speak Mandarin. The local use more Shanghai Dialect, which is totally different with Mandarin or Cantonese. Newcomer would be shocked because they understand "0" of the dialect Slide 4 J: However, after I lived in Shanghai for 10 years and one day I visited my hometown-Beijing, I had dinner with a group of the high school classmates at the restaurant. My classmate kept asking: Do you the current Mayor...
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