China in the Global Economy: Belt & Road and Beyond

China began its economic reforms in the 1980s as a minor importer of foreign capital and technology and an exporter of simple manufactured goods.  From that base China has evolved into not only an industrial powerhouse, but also a major exporter of capital and a major importer of commodities from around the globe. This presentation by Dr. John Ohnesorge will cover the basic framework of China’s Belt & Road Initiative, launched in 2013, as well as recent developments in countries such as Venezuela.