China Conference Series II

Imminent Collapse of Communism in China: Truth or Speculation?

-- A Discussion on Events Triggered by the Nine Commentaries on the Communist Party

The China Research Association of the University of Toronto cordially invites you to attend an exploratory discussion on the imminent collapse of communism in China featuring the following speakers:

l Jason Kenney, MP, Deputy House Leader of the Official Opposition

l Sheila Copps, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada

l Mr. Guangsheng Han, former Judiciary Bureau Chief in China who defected to Canada. Han will expose the corruption within the judicial system in China and the intricacies of the spy network in Canada. Mr. Han's speech will provide an "insider's" view on the imminent collapse of communist rule in China. This will be Han's first public appearance since his defection.

l Brian McAdam, 30-year Canadian career diplomat whose work has included contributions in launching the CSIS "Sidewinder" project that probed into China's intelligence agencies in Canada.

l Professor Frank Xie, LeBow College of Business, Drexel University, Philadelphia. Professor Xie's speech will focus on China's business prospects, the risks and rewards for investing in China.

There are a variety of signs that forewarn the regime in China may be at the brink of bankruptcy. The speakers will share their insights on the current situation. The conference will focus on the dynamics of the disintegration of the Chinese Communist Party, with emphasis on its social and political impacts to Canadians. This event is particularly beneficial for business leaders as there will be in-depth discussions related to the business community. Mr. Erping Zhang, a Harvard Mason Fellow and the Executive Director of the Association for Asian Research, will host the conference. Admission is free. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Time: Friday, August 5, 2005, 1 pm to 4 pm

Location: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, Room 1130

40 St. George Street, University of Toronto

A reception will follow at the end of the conference (4 to 5 pm). Those that choose to attend will have an opportunity to discuss with the speakers in person. A fee of $10 will be collected to cover the cost of refreshments. RSVP: 416-880-4752, cra@utsc.utoronto.ca