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The GIGA German Institute of Global and Area Studies is an independent social-science research institute based in Hamburg. It analyses political, social and economic developments in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East and combines this analysis with innovative comparative research on international relations, development and globalisation, violence and security, and political systems. The Journal of Current Chinese Affairs - China Data Supplement offers information on any change within the political leadership of the People's Republic of China (PRC) from the provincial level upwards, and of Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. It also provides concise biographical information on newly appointed PRC officials and detailed information on new laws and regulations and on agreements between the PRC and other countries or international organizations.