More Than Just the Olympics

Sure, the Olympics are coming up, but the impact China is having on the world extends far beyond a little friendly competition. And in light of today's events and rekindled Olympic security talk, I decided to look at China's world influence a little closer.

• China's recent urban explosion is the largest in history. As PRI's The World shows us, China's urbanization is having an intense impact on the global economy as well the environment
• "Made in China" has lost its meaning. And it's impacting the world's economy. NPR.org gives us a glimpse of how 'Made in China' is Cheap No More.
• While the U.S. is still far and away the biggest military spender in the world, China is accelerating its military growth. NPR.org reports on how this could provide uncertainty for the U.S.
• The Economist: while China is trying to boost its image during the upcoming Olympic games, all the hype may not be enough to make the rest of the world forget about the way the country treats its people.

There are opportunities in China like never before. I urge you to continue to monitor the advances of China. And to pray for its people.