China's Invisible Majority [PART I]: Insights on Rural Development

Join us as we delve into critical issues shaping China's rural landscape. Our distinguished guest, Professor Scott Rozelle, has dedicated over 30 years studying agricultural policy, poverty, inequality, and rural development in China.In this episode, we will explore several pressing topics:

• Education reform in China and strategies to improve rural schools

• The aging population's impact, particularly in rural communities

• Labor force and unemployment challenges arising from demographic shifts

• Insights from Professor Rozelle's book "The Invisible China" on overlooked rural problems

Professor Scott Rozelle is an eminent economist and author, serving as co-director of the Stanford Center on China’s Economy and Institutions. His pioneering research has shaped policies and improved the lives of millions across rural China. We are honored to have him share his expertise on building a more equitable future.