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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 16h

📊 Introducing the China Policy Document Navigator: China Data Lab at GPS' 21st Century China Center, along with UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation, unveiled a first-of-its-kind database that provides access to China’s evolving innovation policy landscape: ow.ly/nJ1S50Xa5Wr

China’s Science & Technology Ecosystem, Made Searchable - China Data Lab

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 16h

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 1d

Following a new report from the International Energy Agency, professor David Victor outlines obstacles faced by the renewables industry and discusses the possibility of state laws lessening some impacts of U.S. policy changes: https://ow.ly/ozK750X9tYc

Global Renewable Power Capacity Expected to More than Double by 2030 - Inside Climate News

The expansion comes despite a dramatic decrease in the projection for growth in the United States.

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 1d

Build the skills to be a leader in international affairs. The Master of International Affairs (MIA) program prepares you to solve complex global challenges. 🛠️ No GMAT or GRE required. ➡️ Request information: gps.ucsd.edu/admissions/r...

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21st Century India Center @gpsindiacenter.bsky.social · 1d

💡⚡️#IndiaInsights: @gpsucsd.bsky.social professor Meera 
Mahadevan outlines a study on the welfare impact of political patronage, explains why Indian politicians may misuse control of state‑provided electricity and points to avenues for future research. 🎥Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBs3...

India Insights: The Welfare Impact of Political Patronage with Meera Mahadevan

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21st Century India Center @gpsindiacenter.bsky.social · 4d

Get ready to engage with the 21st Century India Center at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (@gpsucsd.bsky.social)! We're a hub for interdisciplinary research, education, and outreach on India-related policy issues. Stay tuned for events and insights! #USIndia #GlobalImpact

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 2d

In new research, professor Gaurav Khanna and other economists inspect the dowry tradition in modern India, diving into how it correlates with higher migration rates and its role in reducing generational tensions by reallocating resources.

📕 Read more on VoxDev: https://ow.ly/Y8mU50X8U43

How dowry shapes migration decisions in modern India

New data from India shows that parents often retain a share of dowry, which may enable sons to migrate for work, and provide a new role for dowry in modern times.

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 3d

Sanae Takaichi is poised to become Japan’s first female prime minister after recently being elected to lead Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party. Speaking to KCBS Radio, GPS Professor Emeritus Ellis Krauss breaks down the obstacles that still stand in the way.

🎧Listen: https://ow.ly/x3Iy50X7qHh

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 4d

As NYC voters prepare to weigh in on a measure that could move local elections to even-numbered years, prof. Zoltan Hajnal tells NPR how aligning local races with statewide and federal elections is a solution for improving voter turnout and expanding the electorate. 🗳️

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New York City may move its mayoral elections to even years. It'd be part of a trend

This fall, New York City voters will weigh in on a proposal that could move future city elections to even-numbered years. It's part of a growing trend to consolidate election dates.

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 4d

🗓️ Join us on Oct. 15 at Duke University in Durham, NC. Meet representatives to discuss admissions requirements, curricula, financial aid packages and career opportunities. ✅ See how graduate school can jump-start your career. Register now: https://ow.ly/UGwI50X7ekb

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 7d

Following China’s unveiling of its new climate goals at a United Nations climate summit last week, professor @michaeldavidson.bsky.social breaks down the uncertainty around electricity demand growth in the country.

📰 Read the Reuters article: www.reuters.com/sustainabili...

China sets renewables goal it can easily surpass, analysts say

China's climate goals made public on Wednesday promise the continued expansion of renewable energy, which it has already added at a rapid pace, but make no specific commitment to increase its share in power generation or scale back coal.

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 7d

Take your career global with the Motwani Jadeja India Fellowship Program through the GPS 21st Century India Center. This is an immersive opportunity for mid-career U.S. professionals with 7+ years’ experience ready to explore #India’s dynamic landscape. Request Info: india.ucsd.edu/opportunitie...

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 7d

In Ann Arbor and considering studying #InternationalAffairs or #PublicPolicy? Meet us on Oct. 7 at the University of Michigan to discuss admissions requirements. See how #GraduateSchool can accelerate your professional journey. Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/apsia-grad...

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 8d

Take your career global with the STEM-designated Master of Public Policy (MPP) #GraduateDegree program. You'll gain the analytical and practical tools to drive change on today’s toughest challenges. No GMAT/GRE required. Request Info: gps.ucsd.edu/admissions/r...

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 9d

Following the Trump administration's announcement of a $100,000 fee for new H-1B visa applications, professor Gaurav Khanna tells @cbsnews.com that "the costs of restricting immigration are widespread": www.cbsnews.com/news/h-1b-vi...

Will the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B fee help Americans get jobs?

The large fee could help some U.S. workers find jobs, but there could be longer-term costs, economists say.

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UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation @ucigcc.bsky.social · 11d

Digital tech is transforming lives, but how will it be governed? For our blog, IGCC senior fellow Peter Cowhey shares insights from his visit to APEC South Korea and his recent report on how nations are trying to write the international digital rulebook: bit.ly/4gQ1JUP

What Should the World’s Digital Rulebook Look Like? A Dispatch from APEC South Korea - IGCC

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 10d

In @kpbssandiego.bsky.social, professor @barbarafwalter.com comments on the Department of Homeland Security's recent recruitment campaign for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): www.kpbs.org/news/border-...

Department of Homeland Security eyes military and veterans to join immigrant crackdown

The Department of Homeland Security is hiring thousands of deportation agents by offering bonuses, advertising no college required and telling candidates they can help the country return to an idealiz...

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UC San Diego @ucsandiego.bsky.social · 17d

For the third year in a row, UC San Diego is ranked the 6th best public university in the nation by U.S. News & World Report! 🎉

Read more 🔗 bit.ly/4mwzsDW

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 10d

Our GPS Admissions team is on the road –– including stops in San Diego, Merced and Ann Arbor, Michigan. Join us to learn about how a #GraduateDegree in #InternationalAffairs and #PublicPolicy can jump-start your career. See our full list of events here: gps.ucsd.edu/about/events...

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 11d

In professor Ruixue Jia's new book, “The Highest Exam: How the Gaokao Shapes China," co-authored with Hongbin Li of Stanford, she examines the merits and shortcomings of China’s education system through the lens of the infamous gaokao exam.

📕 Learn more in GPS News: gpsnews.ucsd.edu/china-gaokao...

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 11d

Is graduate school on your mind? Attend a virtual Q&A session on Oct. 2 at 12 p.m. where we get into the nuts and bolts of the MAS-IA #GraduateDegree program designed for professionals with 5+ years’ experience. Register now: gps-ucsd.zohobackstage.com/MAS-IAInform...

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 14d

Thinking about taking the next step in your career with a graduate degree? Meet with a GPS admissions representative for a 1:1 session to discuss our degree programs in international affairs and public policy.

🕛 Sign up now: connect.grad.ucsd.edu/portal/gps-i...

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 14d

At the World Economic Forum's Sustainable Development Impact Meetings, professor David Victor joined the conversation around the state of the #EnergyTransition.

Watch the #SDIM25 panel session, “Energy Transition: Amping Up or Powering Down?” ➡️ www.weforum.org/meetings/sus...

Energy Transition: Amping Up or Powering Down?

In 2025, the global energy landscape is being redefined by geopolitical unpredictability, shifting market dynamics and uncertainty around climate ambitions. Assumptions about the speed, scale and dire...

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UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 17d

@apsiainfo graduate school fairs can help you find the right program in #InternationalAffairs and #PublicPolicy. Join us on Oct. 7 at the University of Michigan! Discover how #GraduateSchool can jump-start your career. ➡️ Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/apsia-grad...

UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy @gpsucsd.bsky.social · 18d

🚕 🍎 In NYC and considering studying #InternationalAffairs or #PublicPolicy? Meet us on Sept. 25 at Columbia University to discuss admissions requirements. See how #GraduateSchool can accelerate your professional journey.

➡️ Register now: bit.ly/apsianyc25

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