The Pacific Century

Pacific Century: Is China Law An Oxymoron?

An Interview with Chinese Law Expert Julian Ku.

The Pacific Century•July 14, 2020
Pacific Century: Is China Law An Oxymoron?

John and Misha welcome Julian Ku to discuss China and law.  Julian is the Deane Distinguished Professor of Constitutional Law and associate dean at Hofstra Law School and his recent work focuses on China’s relationship with international law.  He debates China’s claims to the South China Seas in light of the U.S. State Department’s new announcement opposing Beijing’s claims, the scope of China’s objectives in Hong Kong, and the differences between China’s business law and criminal law.  

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Michael Auslin

John Yoo

John Yoo

Julian Ku

Julian Ku

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