STEER China 2012 China is now the East Asian powerhouse, and is predicted to contribute about one‐ third of the world’s industrial output by 2025. STEER China 2012 presents a great opportunity for us to learn more about China’s rapid development and growth, especially in the central‐western cities of Chongqing, Xi’an and Chengdu. In addition, it also offers cultural immersion, social exposure and a variety of learning opportunities. Simply put, STEER China is a programme not to be missed. The programme is offered by the NUS Office of Vice‐President (University and Global Relations). Before we took off for China, there was a preparatory programme to equip us with the relevant background knowledge. The pre‐trip briefings on contemporary China were very informative as they gave us some insights into the culture and norms of the Chinese people, the regulation of the media and the political development in China. Touring Vanke in Chengdu In China, we visited some large companies.
