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Chinese pavilion. Elling park. Chongqing city.

China's Inland Cities Hit Their Stride

China has added to the ranks of the world's megacities at a ridiculous clip. Even so, inland cities have tended to languish in anonymity. With new policies and economic orientations, the Chonquings are starting to compete with the Shanghais.

May 22, 2015 - The Diplomat

An Even More Urban Future in Japan

Major developments have been popping up all over Japan's heavily urbanized cities. This piece from The Diplomat looks at what urban future lies ahead for Japan.

November 20, 2010 - The Diplomat

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