英文摘要 |
Mainland China’s rapid economic development has brought rapid growth in energy demand, causing environmental pollution and increased reliance on energy imports. Besides the need to speedily adjust the domestic energy consumption structure, there is even greater need to constantly expand external energy sources. In order to secure its energy security, mainland China has integrated the functions of many departments and raised the level of its energy strategy system. It also took advantage of the disturbance in the energy market during the global financial crisis to stabilize its energy supply through cross-border acquisitions, provision of loans, stockpiling of oil reserves, and other means. At the same time, it has launched rarely-before-seen attempts to conserve energy, reduce carbon emissions, and adjust its energy structure. However, with the implementation of this active energy strategy, the “China factor” has come to play a decisive role in the world, affecting competitive and cooperative relationships among countries worldwide. Taiwan is a small energy- consuming country, and its competitive position in the global energy market is nowhere near as strong as mainland China’s. However, the closeness of cross-strait relations still gives us a certain amount of food for thought and opportunity. |