The International Law Society organized a discussion on China's Belt and Road Initiative and challenges in implementing the policy. Speakers included Austin Pierce from Vinson & Elkins Houston office, Dr. Jackson Ewing from the Nicholas Institute of Environmental Policy and Sanford School of Public Policy, and Dr. Shitong Qiao from Duke Law. The discussion was moderated by Prof. Paul Haagen.  The event was sponsored by the International Law Society, Environmental Law Society, and Law & Economics Society.