China and Burkina Faso signed a joint communique on Saturday to resume diplomatic relations. The communique was signed by Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Burkina Faso's Foreig…
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Global Times China, Burkina Faso resume diplomatic ties
Chinese emergency medical team granted highest-level WHO certification
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday granted an international emergency medical team (EMT) from China the highest level within the WHO EMTs initiative, making China the top country with the m…Russia-China partnership at best level in history: Putin
President Vladimir Putin said the Russia-China comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination is developing at the best level in history and the prospect is very good.-- Delivered by Feed43 servi…Putin: China-Russia ties significant, bilateral cooperation promising
The development of the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Russia is at its highest level in history thanks to joint efforts and the support of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian…Xi calls for international cooperation on big data industry
Chinese President Xi Jinping Saturday called for enhanced international exchange and cooperation on the development of big data industry.-- Delivered by Feed43 serviceChinese vice president calls for trust-building efforts to sustain world development
Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan on Friday urged countries around the world to build trust and boost cooperation in order to tackle international challenges and cement the foundation for sustainable…40 years on, Beijing's high-tech hub remains hotbed for entrepreneurs
It took only 20 years for Beijing-based Leyard Group to become a world leading LED screen producer.-- Delivered by Feed43 serviceChina calls on DPRK, US to continue efforts for denuclearization of Korean Peninsula
China said Friday that it hoped the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the United States would cherish the recent progress and continue to address mutual concerns via dialogue and push f…
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Peoples Daily
Over 10,000 youths gather for China tech innovation conference
...Activists rally to call for U.S.-DPRK summit to be held as planned
...China calls on DPRK, U.S. to continue efforts for denuclearization of Korean Peninsula
BEIJING, May 25 (Xinhua) -- China said Friday that it hoped the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) and the United States would cherish the recent progress and continue to address mutual conc…China punishes 5,759 officials in April for violating austerity rules
...Chinese vice president calls for trust-building efforts to sustain world development
...Singapore receives 91 Chinese-made MRT trains
...Two Chinese snooker players suspended over match-fixing allegations
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South China Morning Post
There is no bilateral solution for the United States’ multilateral dilemma
The good news is the United States and China appear to have backed away from the precipice of a trade war. Their May 19 agreement defuses tension and commits to further negotiation. The bad news is th…China’s Wang Qishan vows to deepen ties with Russia, takes veiled swipe at US
Wang Qishan vowed to deepen cooperation with Russia and made a veiled attack on US protectionism on Saturday during his first overseas trip since he became Chinese vice-president in March. He told an…Philippines rebuilding runway on South China Sea island, scene of stand-off with Beijing, think tank says
The Philippines has started repairing a runway and upgrading other facilities on Thitu Island, the South China Sea territory that was last year the scene of a stand-off between Chinese and Philippine…Chinese projects not expected to be derailed by Malaysian debt woes
Malaysia’s debt problems are unlikely to have any significant impact on Chinese investment in the country, according to analysts. Many of the China-invested mega projects in the Southeast Asian nation…North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and South’s President Moon Jae-in meet again amid shaky US summit plans
South Korean President Moon Jae-in met North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on Saturday to discuss Kim’s possible upcoming summit with US President Donald Trump, the South said, the second inter-Korean sum…Taiwan squeezed as Beijing and Burkina Faso start diplomatic ties
Beijing and Burkina Faso established diplomatic relations on Saturday, two days after the West African nation severed ties with Taiwan. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met his Burkina Faso counterpar…One of Asia’s most valuable tech firms wants to help China make chips after ZTE’s wake-up call
Pony Ma Huateng, chairman and chief executive of Tencent, said China’s internet giant would consider investing into the research and development of computer chips, as the country must focus on researc…China orders crackdown on large outdoor religious statues to ‘prevent commercialisation’
China’s ruling Communist Party has ordered local governments to better regulate the construction of large outdoor religious statues amid increasing restrictions on religious expression of all kinds. T…Beijing gives airlines more time to comply with ‘one-China’ rule on Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau
China has extended its deadline for international airlines to change how they refer to Chinese territories on their websites, after a majority of carriers said they needed more time to iron out techni…China needs independent bankruptcy courts to kill off ‘zombie’ firms, legal expert says
Beijing should make better use of its bankruptcy law to eradicate state-owned “zombie” companies and non-performing assets, a distinguished Chinese professor said, a move that would serve President Xi…Was Donald Trump flattered into reversing his decision to cancel summit with Kim Jong-un?
The run-up to the highly anticipated meeting between North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and US President Donald Trump – scheduled for June 12 – has become especially turbulent in the final days of May. A…Pakistan looks to China for fresh loans of up to US$2 billion
Pakistan expects to obtain fresh Chinese loans worth US$1-2 billion to help it avert a balance of payments crisis, Pakistani government sources said, in another sign of Islamabad’s growing reliance on…
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Dragon roller coaster at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park suspended indefinitely after glitch
An iconic attraction at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park has been suspended from operation indefinitely after a glitch was found on Saturday afternoon. The theme park said its safety system detected an abnormal…‘No political considerations’ behind Chinese history curriculum change, Hong Kong education chief says
There were no political considerations behind a Chinese history curriculum change for secondary schools that would do away with separate sections on the city’s past, Hong Kong’s education minister sai…Pro-democracy political party Demosisto to shift focus away from seeking Hong Kong Legislative Council seats as it supports social movements
Hong Kong’s youngest political party co-founded by student activist Joshua Wong Chi-fung has declared it will shift its focus from contesting elections to backing social movements, claiming officials…Shelters for distressed domestic helpers in Hong Kong face closure over lack of funds
For four years and 10 months, Surati, an Indonesian domestic helper in Hong Kong, had no mobile phone, could not visit her family back home, and was required to remain in her employer’s house unless s…Record-breaking heatwave hits 10th day in Hong Kong as new photos show barren reservoir where scenic hiking spot was
Hong Kong’s record-breaking heatwave pressed on for a tenth straight day on Saturday, as new Post photos showed a barren reservoir in what was usually a scenic hiking spot. Hikers who would usually ma…Sun Hung Kai sells out at Mount Regency as new buyers snap up new homes before mortgages rise
Hong Kong’s residential market maintained its pace, as millennial buyers rushed to get their hands on the latest available sales launches over the weekend before higher mortgage rates kick in later in…Former British minister Malcolm Rifkind calls for probe into Hong Kong role in CIA rendition programme that sent Sami al-Saadi to be tortured in Libya
Hong Kong’s role in a pan-Asia secret rendition programme run by US and British intelligence services should be scrutinised as part of a top-level inquiry, a former British cabinet member has said. Th…Domestic helper in Hong Kong arrested over allegedly pouring urine into employer’s water bottle
Police arrested a Hong Kong domestic helper on Saturday morning after she allegedly poured urine into a water bottle. A woman, 38, living in Palm Cove, a private housing estate in Tuen Mun, filed a po…Dementia training planned for Hong Kong’s property managers and security guards in Elderly Commission initiative
Property managers and security guards in Hong Kong will get trained in handling dementia as part of a high-level government campaign to tackle the citywide problem. Revealing the plan to the Post, Eld…Foreign domestic helpers could bring Hong Kong to its knees if they chose to
Whenever I manage to overcome weekend lethargy and jog along the Hung Hom promenade on a Sunday, I run past dozens of Indonesian domestic helpers at prayer near the ferry pier. They sit cross-legged o…Old photographs capture past as historic Hong Kong site prepares to reopen for an exciting future
On a sunny winter afternoon in 2006, light reflected off the glass walls of neighbouring buildings and shone through leaves and branches to a quiet veranda of the 154-year-old Barrack Block, formerly…The Russian concert pianist showing Hong Kong’s multiple sclerosis suffers that disease does not have to mean an end to happiness and a productive life
The crowd simmered down when Olga Bobrovnikova took the stage. All eyes were on the 50-something pianist, who lifted her hands exquisitely and gently placed her fingers on the keys. When she begins to…
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China Daily
Where tempura becomes an art form
Often served as part of a bento set or as an ala carte dish that is part of a wider menu, tempura can be found in Japanese eateries all over Beijing.Eat Beat
Organic Oolong teas by PretBest bets
Musical: Kinky Boots in ShanghaiShows
You and Me and the Space BetweenThe bidding often influences the play
Salvador Dali said, The secret of my influence has always been that it remained secret. It is a secret from some bridge players that the bidding influences the play. They forget the auction when trick…Nightlife & Activities
China Dota 2 SupermajorSecond season of give me five kicks off
The second season of the popular Chinese variety show Give Me Five was launched on April 28 on Zhejiang Satellite TV Station.Historical theater makes a comeback
The 88-year-old Great Theater of China in Shanghai was reopened on May 16 after two years of renovations.War novel takes new life as dance production
The dance production A Leaf in the Storm will be presented by the Beijing Dance Theater at Beijing's Tianqiao Performing Arts Center from June 6 to 10.Turning point
In late March, the latest intake of ballet students from Duancun town made their way to the Hebei Vocational Art School in Shijiazhuang, Hebei province, to sit their final exams.Beer looks to light up World Cup
This summer looks set to be an exceptional one for football fans around the world, and not least in China, where the chance to shout, cheer and celebrate the beautiful game is rarely missed.Inspired by tradition
Jewelry brand Qeelin recently held an event in Wangfujing, one of the most prosperous areas in Beijing, to mark the opening of its WF Central boutique.
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China Post Online - Taiwan News
Backchannel with 'Dracula' helped free Utah man in Venezuela
WASHINGTON (AP) — A secret backchannel led by a veteran Republican Senate staffer and a flamboyant Venezuelan official nicknamed “Dracula” broke through hostile relations between the two governments t…Rookie Flaherty shines again, Cardinals topple Pirates 4-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jack Flaherty allowed four hits over six innings, Matt Carpenter hit his fifth home run of the season and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 on Saturday. Flahert…Defenders as important to Fleury, as he is to Golden Knights
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury has been the foundation for the Vegas Golden Knights’ run to the Stanley Cup Final. Yet while he has a 1.68 goals-against average and .947 save percentage, he’ll be…Reynolds HR in 9th helps Nationals rally past Miami 4-1
MIAMI (AP) — Mark Reynolds hit a tiebreaking home run leading off the ninth inning Saturday, and the Washington Nationals rallied to beat the Miami Marlins for the 10th consecutive time, 4-1. Miami’s…Choo new top HR hitter from Asia, lifts Texas over KC in 10
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Shin-Soo Choo became the top major league home run hitter born in Asia, connecting for a leadoff drive in the 10th inning that lifted the Texas Rangers over the Kansas City Roy…F1's showcase Monaco GP kicks off motorsports' busiest day
One of the busiest days in motorsports has arrived. The Formula One series kicks things off with the Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday. With its sparkling harbor and Champagne-swilling fans watching from hu…Nola takes no-no into 7th, Phils top Jays and lead NL East
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Aaron Nola took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, Nick Williams hit his third pinch-hit homer of the year in the eighth and the Philadelphia Phillies moved into first in the NL…
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Macau Daily Times
Top court accepts Sou’s appeal on suspension vote
The Court of Final Appeal (TUI) has accepted lawmaker Sulu Sou’s appeal regarding the suspension vote at the Legislative Assembly (AL) on December 4. Yesterday, in a phone interview with the Times, So…Pearl Horizon proposal stirs unhappiness among buyers
Many Pearl Horizon buyers have criticized the government after it announced its intention to build housing units for temporary lodging of residents affected by urban renovation works taking place in o…Africa ‘should be selective’ in seeing Macau as gateway to China
African countries ought to be selective in viewing Macau as a gateway to China. That’s according to Kebour Ghenna, the executive director of the Pan-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, who will…HK CE vows to talk with Chui about entry denial
Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, Carrie Lam, said that she would approach Macau government officials, including Chief Executive Chui Sai On, to discuss the issue concerning some Hong Kong residents who ha…Briefs | LRT train carriages delivered to depot
The second phase of the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) train carriages delivery work began yesterday, the Transportation Infrastructure Office announced in a statement. The delivery of a first batch of 10…Health Survey | Hospitals received 59,000 in-patients during 2017
The number of in-patients in local hospitals rose slightly by 1.8 percent year-on-year to 59,000, according to the results of a health survey released yesterday by the Statistics and Census Service. T…Macau signs agreements aimed at poverty relief in Guizhou
The Chief Executive, Chui Sai On, expressed Macau’s support for Guizhou Province in relieving the effects of poverty on Wednesday. There will be complementary efforts at mutual regional development en…
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Huffington Post - China
U.S. Launches Auto Import Probe, China Vows To Defend Its Interests
The investigation could lead to new U.S. tariffs similar to those imposed on imported steel and aluminum in March.Even After A Year In Office, Trump Can't Decide How He Feels About China
As Trump tries to broker a trade deal with China, let's just say his history of with Beijing is... complicated.How I Finally Learned To Accept Both My Chinese And Jewish Identities
I get to hear my dad's stories about living with his Orthodox Jewish aunt and watch Chinese dramas with my mom.U.S., China Putting Trade War On Hold, Treasury's Steve Mnuchin Says
Right now, we have agreed to put the tariffs on hold while we try to execute the framework.China Marks Another Milestone In Quest To Become Space Superpower
It's the first time a rocket designed by a Chinese private company has successfully entered orbit.Trump Orders Help For Chinese Phone-Maker After China Approves Money For Trump Project
Trump will profit from Indonesian resort project that will get $500 million in Chinese loans in a deal sealed days before before his tweet ordering help for ZTE.Marvel Introduces Their First Official Chinese Superheroes
The collaboration leaned heavily on artists and writers from China.
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Brookings Institution
Wuhan Summit: An important signal of intent by India and China
The last two years have seen a considerable widening of differences between China and India over issues such as the boundary dispute, the Belt and Road Initiative, Indian membership to the Nuclear Sup…Utility of renewable energy in China’s low-carbon transition
Large scale renewable energy[1] deployment is core to China’s energy transition. Although China’s electric power consumption will continue to increase in the long-term, its consumption increases have…After Wuhan: What next for India-China relations?
Following two years of widening differences between China and India over such issues as the boundary dispute, the Belt and Road Initiative, Indian membership to the Nuclear Suppliers Group, and China’…Trump’s hot-cold stance on China
The Trump administration continues to run hot and cold on China trade issues. The big delegation led by Secretary Mnuchin in early May presented a set of maximalist demands on reducing the trade imbal…Why is Trump protecting Chinese company ZTE?
Senior Fellow David Dollar discusses why Chinese telecom company ZTE was penalized by the U.S. Department of Commerce and why Trump might reverse or reduce that punishment. http://directory.libsyn.com…Point de vue prospectif sur l’Afrique – Engagement de la Chine en Afrique: que peut-on apprendre en 2018 de son engagement de 60 milliards USD?
Depuis 2000, six sommets du FCSA (Forum sur la coopération sino-africaine) ont été tenus à intervalles de trois ans et le prochain est prévu avoir lieu à Pékin en 2018, si l’on ne déroge pas à cette t…
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China Military - Official PLA News
Xi calls for international cooperation in big data
BEIJING, May 26 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday called for enhanced international exchange and cooperation in the development of the big data industry. Xi made the remarks in a co…Chinese peacekeeping doctors save life of Bangladeshi peacekeeper
Liu Li, who is a doctor of the 8th Chinese peacekeeping medical detachment to South Sudan (Wau), conducts on-spot treatment for an officer of the Bangladesh peacekeeping infantry battalion suffering…Chinese military to strengthen disciplinary inspections
BEIJING, May 25 (Xinhua) -- A senior Chinese military official on Friday ordered the strengthening of disciplinary inspections in the armed forces. Zhang Youxia, member of the Political Bureau of the…China makes crucial progress in carrier-borne aircraft's night takeoff & landing
By Guo Yuandan BEIJING, May 25 (ChinaMil) -- China Central Television (CCTV), the predominant state television broadcaster of the People's Republic of China (PRC), released a video clip of night take…China wins team title at Turkey International Nautical Competition
By Chen Nianfeng and Xiong Feng ISTANBUL, May 25 (ChinaMil) -- A seven-member team sent by the Naval University of Engineering (NUE) of the Chinese PLA Navy won the championship at the 20th Internati…Expert: Disinvitation from RIMPAC no big deal for China
By Guo Yuandan The U.S. Department of Defense on May 23 decided to disinvite China from the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) international military exercise next month as a reaction, it said, to China's co…
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Caixin Online
China's Imports of Iron Ore Soar as Overseas Prices Tumble
(Beijing) – China is importing more than 85 percent of the iron it needs, as cheap foreign iron ore undercuts domestic products. Some 86.7 percent of the iron ore the country needed was imported in th…Culture Ministry Probes Live Web Shows over Porn, Violence Worries
(Beijing) – The Ministry of Culture is investigating popular live broadcast websites that are suspected of hosting videos containing violence and pornography.Several websites, including Douyu TV, Huya…Factory that Dumped Cadmium-Laced Waste in River Is Closed
(Beijing) – Police in an eastern city have detained several people and closed a chemical treatment factory that secretly dumped wastewater containing levels of cadmium more than 45,000 times higher th…Gravel Shower
Rescuers try to dig out a man buried under a pile of gravel. The dump truck turned on its side while veering to avoid hitting a motorcycle that ran a red light at an intersection in Yangzhou, in the…Guangzhou Tells Ride Apps to Stop Subsidizing Their Business
(Guangzhou) – Many car-hailing apps have stopped subsidizing passengers for using their service in Guangzhou after the southern city's government said the approach hurt fair competition.Companies incl…Empty Feeling
A customer prepares to buy empty beverage cans on April 13 at the store in the eastern city of Shanghai. The shop, Xuzhen Supermarket, opened on April 8 to sell only empty packages / Visual China
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China Economic Review
Looking at the world
Davos is on, and this year it is Trump who is the main speaker, as opposed to Xi last year. Much has changed in the past year, and most of it to the benefit of Beijing. The FT's excellent columnist Ma…Is the changing financial services sector still “sexy”?
WORKING IN FINANCELive-video streamer Kuaishou looks to raise $1 billion ahead of IPO
Chinese video-streaming start-up Kuaishou approaches $1 billion at the end of a funding round led by tech giant Tencent, with hopes to go public within the year, sources told Reuters.Qualcomm agrees $2 billion sales deal with top Chinese smartphone companies
Qualcomm Technologies Inc. has strengthened business ties with Lenovo, Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi, signing memorandums of understanding for sales of at least $2 billion over the next three years, Reuters…Didi reintroduces driver subsidies as new ride-hailing price war looms
Chinese ride-hailing giant Didi Chuxing is gearing up for another costly price war by reintroducing subsidies for drivers, Caixin reports. The company has quietly introduced a special membership card…Small businesses may bear the brunt of China’s financial squeeze
China’s renewed focus on curbing financial risks may have the unintended consequence of making life tougher for small companies, a key engine of job growth that the government has sought to promote, a…
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China Internet Watch
WeChat Mini-Programs expected 500 million users in Q1 2018
With ticket grabbing WeChat Mini-Programs going viral, WeChat Mini-Program games see peak concurrent active users reaching 28 million per hour. Mini-games “Jump” (Tiaoyitiao) sold its advertising oppo…China’s CPI grew 1.8% in Apr 2018
In April 2018, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in China grew by 1.8% year-on-year, according to National Bureau of Statistics of China. Of which, the CPI went up by 1.8% in cities, 1.7% in rural areas,…China’s FMCG sales growth decelerates in Q1 2018
China’s growth of FMCG sales is weaker in Q1 2018 compared with previous quarters, while new retail accelerates the online and offline integration. Kantar Worldpanel reports that the fast-moving consu…China’s cross-border e-commerce retailer Vipshop obtained over 56 mn active annual customers in Q1 2018
Vipshop, one of the top cross-border e-commerce retail platforms in China, had the net revenue of RMB19.9 billion (US$3.2 billion) in Q1 2018 according to its unaudited financial results, up 24.6% ove…China mobile short-video app market 2018; Tik Tok vs. Kuaishou
Kuaishou started to lead the short video market by reaching over 200 million MAU in November 2017. Tik Top, part of Toutiao, saw astonishing growth in MAU from September 2017. In February 2018, Kuaish…China shared accommodation market to reach US$7.83 bn by 2020
China’s shared accommodation market generated a total transaction of 14.5 billion yuan (US$2.27 bn) in 2017, up 70.6% from a year earlier, according to State Information Center of China. A total numbe…
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China Law Blog
Trust Your China Employer. Just Kidding.
Our China employment lawyers often get requests from individuals looking for help negotiating an employment contract with a Chinese domestic company. The first thing we like to do in this sort of situ…Quick Question Friday, Part 61
One of our China lawyers recently got an email from a friend/former client who spent more than a decade as the China point person for his company. The email asked whether it still makes sense for Amer…Chinese Companies Investing in American Companies: Meet The Free Look Investment Scheme
The era of large scale “take over” type Chinese investment in U.S. companies appears to be over. However, our China lawyers still seeing a lot of interest in smaller investments from China in U.S. com…China Employee Vacations and Resignations
Chinese employment laws require all China employers provide their employees with annual paid leave based on the employee’s total years of service. Employees who have worked more than a year but less t…China Data Protection Regulations (CDPR)
Many international companies that operate in China have Chinese websites and some kind of network system, whether for selling their own products or solely for internal use. In many cases, these websit…China’s Business Future and Past
Got a great email today from a China lawyer friend. The email noted how a blog post we did more than ten years ago, entitled, China’s Five Surprises, was so incredibly prescient in predicting China bu…
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China Digital Times
Photo: Path to North Korea, by Yoann Gauthier
Path to North Korea © Sophie Beach for China Digital Times (CDT), get_post_time('Y'). | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Yoann Gauthier Download Tools to CircumventBurkina Faso Cuts Ties with Taiwan as Beijing Continues Asserting Pressure
Weeks after the Dominican Republic switched its diplomatic allegiance from Taiwan to China, Burkina Faso—one of Taiwan’s last remaining African allies—has done thePhoto: Yangshuo, China, by trapheler
Yangshuo, China © josh rudolph for China Digital Times (CDT), get_post_time('Y'). | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: trapheler Download Tools to CircumventWord of the Week: Seven Don’t Mentions
The Word of the Week comes from the Grass-Mud Horse Lexicon, a glossary of terms created by Chinese netizens and encountered in online political discussions. These areFamily Planning Reform May Not Resolve Challenges
After reforming the nation’s one-child policy to a two-child policy in 2015, the Chinese government is now planning to eradicate family planning restrictions all together.WU Discourages Participation in Anti-homophobia Event
After recent moves by authorities to push back against the growing visibility of LGBT groups in the media, China’s LGBT rights advocates tread incredibly cautiously in organizing
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CKGSB Knowledge
Does China Face a Family-Owned Business Succession Crisis?
The first wave of Chinese entrepreneurs are now in their 70s and 80s and it's time to hand over the family business to their children. But in many cases it may not happen. With greater opportunities a…Jordan Mechner: VR Won’t Replace Games
Few people have had the opportunity to watch the rise of video games as an economic and cultural force as closely as Jordan Mechner, who began making video games while in high school in the 1970s. He…Bytedance: China’s BuzzFeed with Brains?
Few people outside China will have heard of Bytedance, the Beijing-based software startup that creates fiendishly addictive content apps using world-leading artificial intelligence technology. However…What Defines China’s Business Future? Data, Smart Systems, and Sharing.
Forget e-commerce. In today’s China, the smartest businesses are moving the digital revolution into the offline world as the boundaries between online and offline become increasingly blurred. The inte…Why US-China Trade Tensions Could Be Here to Stay
As Donald Trump signed the memorandum proposing the introduction of tariffs on $50 billion of Chinese imports on March 22, 2018, the president of the United States quipped, “This is the first of many.…Competing to Innovate in the Pearl River Delta Region
Cities across China are making huge investments in order to transform themselves into world-class innovation hubs. So far, the Pearl River Delta Greater region, led by Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Hong Kon…
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BBC China Blog
The Chinese lawyer who had his clothes ripped off in court
Wu Liangshu was photographed outside the Qingxiu District Court wearing only the remnants of his suit after being attacked by police in court.'Disrespectful' HK light protest scrapped
Part of an illuminated art display in Hong Kong is to be removed after its hidden pro-democracy protest message was revealed.The Cultural Revolution: A memory avoided
The Chinese authorities show little desire to dwell on the tragedies of the Cultural Revolution, despite allowing online discussion, says the BBC's Stephen McDonell.China military's recruitment rap video
We Shoot! We Kill! We're Loyal to the Party! - China's army seeks new recruits through a big budget rap recruitment video.Why are HK journalists submitting blank columns?
The BBC's Juliana Liu looks at why some columnists at one of Hong Kong's most prestigious newspapers are turning in blank columns to print.Outcry over Twitter's new China boss
The BBC's Stephen McDonell looks at the social media outcry over Twitter's new China boss - and what the fuss is all about.
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Reddit /r/China
Covered a Chinese rap song, let me know what you guys think!
submitted by /u/iXiYou [link] [comments]What’s behind China’s anti-Kazakh campaign?
submitted by /u/Gerald_Shastri [link] [comments]Snapchat in China
I’ll be flying to China tomorrow and realized that Snapchat and other apps won’t be working. What VPN app is best or which ways would help me send snaps still? Thanks. submitted by /u/LIFOanAP [link]…The Gang of Four has competition
submitted by /u/fucknibba [link] [comments]Extra number in my passport number on train ticket bookings with Trip.com
So I just realized (after booking 6 trains between June 6 and June 25) that my bookings for trains on Trip.com have an incorrect passport number. Everything else is right, it's just instead of xxxx99x…China strongly committed to helping Sri Lanka become prosperous: Envoy
submitted by /u/rajubhaiLK [link] [comments]China Fights Tax Fraud With the Blockchain
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The Beijinger
Smoke Fills Passenger Interchange at Beijing South Railway Station
Thick smoke filled the subway passenger interchange of Beijing South Railway Station on Friday, May 25 at the height of rush hour, causing mass confusion. Photos and video taken at the scene show the…"It's All About Community" Say Rumble in the Jumble Founders Ahead of This Afternoon's Market (May 26)
The heat of the summer is beginning to settle over the capital, which can only mean one thing: market season is here! Be it pursuing of earrings and other crafts at outdoor stalls, sipping on cool dr…Beijing Metro Begins Summer Crackdown on Safety Violators, Fare Evaders
Miscreants, beware: the Beijing Metro will crackdown on unsafe behavior and fare defrauders with two separate campaigns set to take place over the summer. Set to begin July 1, the safety campaign wil…So Long, Sureño: Opposite House Restaurant to Offer Its Last Dinner Service May 31
After a decade of serving elegant eats at the sunken garden of The Opposite House, Sureño is set to shut down. The Mediterranean style restaurant announced the closure via its official WeChat account…Chaoyang Beilu's Wine Daily Will Beckon Winos Back Day After Day
Beijing is not a merciful city for wine-drinkers. Indeed, the great grape is grossley outnumbered by beer bars and cocktail bars, making reasonably priced wine bars feel like a comparative drop in th…Subway Crime Victim Warns of Bank Card Vulnerability
This week a Beijing resident fell victim to a pickpocket and had USD 300 taken from his bank account. Yet his bank card remained in his possession all the time. The thief scanned his card, most likel…Wangjing's New Hisewel Brew-pub & Kitchen Is Worth the Long Commute
Wangjing is becoming a new magnet for fun food and beverage businesses. Prime example: two-month-old Hisewel Brew-pub, which joins nearby beer inclined newbies like Kamehameha, Dao Taproom, and iB. U…
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SinoSplice
Chinese Perspectives on the Avengers: Infinity War
The Avengers: Infinity War finally hit theaters in China this past weekend. (You might say it was a hit.) Tired of carefully avoiding spoilers, I was among the first in China to see it. Since it’s com…Negative Questions Are the Hardest
There’s a certain type of question, phrased in the negative, which is answered entirely differently depending on the conventions of the language you’re speaking in. Take this English language exchange…Born Fried (shengjian)
Check out the English name of this little shop: “Born Fried” is almost certainly an overly literal character-by-character translation of 生煎, a kind of bready, fried stuffed bun. Wikipedia describes it…Popular (blocky and backwards)
This ad (spotted in the Shanghai Metro) is interesting for a number of reasons: What caught my attention was the font. “Blocky” (sometimes pixely) fonts are quite common, but I’ve never seen one so “s…
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SupChina
Friday Song: The jazz and hip-hop of Dabozz
She’s alternative, free-spirited, and unpredictable. In 2016, Dabozz 大包子 resigned from her job at a state-owned financial institution to pursue music as a full-time career. Less than a year and a half…Chinese man with stage 4 cancer deported after family trip
Yuanjun Cui, dying of stage 4 cancer, was deported to China with his wife after a weeklong cruise to the Bahamas on May 21. The couple came to the U.S. to say goodbye to their daughter and grandchildr…Dating website for sugar daddies and ‘sweethearts’ gains popularity in China
Seeking Arrangement, an American dating website dedicated to connecting sugar daddies and younger women, is under investigation by Shanghai police after a surge in popularity in China. At the time of…Messi congratulates Chinese mountaineer for scaling Everest
The China Sports Column is a SupChina weekly feature in which China Sports Insider Mark Dreyer looks at the week that was in the China sports world. Chinese owners of European football clubs have had…
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China Hush
Two Chinese Smartphones Worth Checking Out
We love our smartphones, and they are steadily replacing more of our gadgets like digital cameras and alarm clocks, in fact, research has shown that making an actual phone call is way down on the lis…China’s ongoing love affair with gambling
It was recently reported that Macau’s gambling industry is seven times bigger than Vegas. That’s quite a large sum of money, especially when you consider that Vegas makes $6.5 billion a year – Macau,…Gambling in China
When it comes to gambling, China is a country of extraordinary diversity as for decades most forms of gambling have been illegal but despite this fact the country ranks number one in gambling revenue…Top 5 Digital Advertising Trends in China
China’s advertising industry is increased very fast, thanks to rising of the demands of the consumers. Unlike many Western and other countries of the world, television is not the biggest source of adv…
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Youngs China Biz
TELECOMS: China Mobile 4G Users Decline for First-Time
Bottom line: China Mobile’s first-ever drop in 4G subscribers in April owes to the company’s early arrival to the space, and reflects the broader market’s maturation that is also adding similar pressu…INTERNET: Baidu’s AI Drive Hits Speed Bump with COO Departure
Bottom line: The departure of Lu Qi from Baidu could deal a setback to some of the company’s less advanced and more ambitious efforts in artificial intelligence. Just a year after being named as the…PCs: Lenovo Blasted as Traitor for Supporting US Standard
Bottom line: A brouhaha involving Lenovo’s branding as unpatriotic for not supporting homegrown technology is likely to blow over quickly, and spotlights China’s continued reliance on foreign technolo…CHIPS: Beijing Approves Microchip Deal, Boding Well for Qualcomm-NXP
Bottom line: China’s approval of a small US chip merger shows Beijing is actively reviewing such deals again after a brief pause to show its displeasure over US trade tensions, and bodes well for even…
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China Marketing Blog
9 Points Checklist for Building Your Chinese Landing Page
Are you looking to promote your brand in China? Building local web presence Chinese landing page should be the first step. Read out our 9 points checklist to guide you on how to localize your landing…Chinese Brands and Consumer Trust Issues
It is no secret that Chinese consumers quite often distrust local brands. Recent food scandals involving local firms have brought the reputation of some of them to all times low, some even thought bey…Book Review: Unlocking the World’s Largest E-market
In her new on China marketing, Ashley Galina Dudarenok, talks about one of the most important components of marketing strategy - the dynamic and rapidly evolving Chinese social media. The post Book Re…How to Succeed in B2B Sales in China
Selling to Chinese businesses can be a daunting task, especially for a Western company which is not experienced enough in operating locally and expecting Chinese following the decision making process…
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China Solved
Building Online Relationships with Business Partners in China (Video)
I was recently asked to give a talk to “digital nomads” about opportunities and challenges they may run into when building relationships online with Chinese counterparties. Join the Cross Cultural Bus…The International Negotiator: Apple in China (from FlashMBA.com)
Nothing stays off the table forever. Apple recently removed access to VPN services on its China App Store in compliance with government wishes. VPNs, or Virtual Private Networks, are the chief method…3 Negotiating Takeaways from the NK Coal Boat Maneuver
Win-Win with Chinese Characteristics The new US administration seemed to score a big coup in Asia last week, when China blocked a fleet of North Korean cargo ships carrying coal to Chinese markets. On…Three Negotiating Issues to Watch at the Xi Trump Meeting
The upcoming Xi – Trump meeting is the first face-to-face sit down between the two leaders. The US side has been clear about what it wants from China, but it’s not quite as clear what it plans on off…
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China Briefing
Corporate Taxes in the Philippines, Halal Market in India, and Digital Free Trade in Africa – Asia Investment Brief
In this week's Asia Investment Brief, we look at corporate taxes in the Philippines, the halal market in India, luxury autos in Russia, digital free trade in Africa, and PPP projects in Vietnam. The p…China Joins TIR Convention, Opens up Borders to International Trucking
China signed up to the TIR Convention, which paves the way for investment opportunities in trucking logistics, maintenance, and facilities across Eurasia. The post China Joins TIR Convention, Opens up…China, US Suspend Trade War
China and the US struck a trade agreement over the weekend that will see the two countries ease trade tensions and avoid a trade war – for the time being. The post China, US Suspend Trade War appeared…Company Relocation and Land Appreciation Tax in China
Companies in China that relocate to a new location or city face unique land appreciation tax considerations. In this article, we look at company relocation and land appreciation tax in China. The post…
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China Bystander
Trump’s 540 Degree Turn On ZTE
THIS BYSTANDER FRANKLY admits to being confused. US companies were banned earlier this year from selling components to telecoms equipment maker ZTE for seven years on national security grounds, export…United States Puts Trade War On Hold
THE US-CHINA trade war is on hold. Official. Or official, at least until the US president tweets that it is back on, or was never off or is over. US Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says the Trump adm…PLAAF Bomber Touches Down For First Time In Paracels
The PLA Air Force (PLAAF) and state media have published reports of bombers landing on what looks from the accompanying video to be the South China Sea reef of Woody Island in the Paracels (seen above…China Is Back In The Korea Game
THIS BYSTANDER WAS was reminded this week that it was then South Korean president Park Geun-hye who was invited to the grand military parade in Tiananmen Square in 2015, not neighbouring North Korea’s…
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China Dialogue
Rebutting a rebuttal: Just how full is northern China’s water butt?
In a recent article and accompanying report, I argued that northern China faces a water crisis unless immediate and disruptive changes are made. A response to my article co-authored by Sarah Rogers, J…Scott Pruitt’s problems
The Trump Administration has been marked by scandal after scandal. Controversies involving corruption, potential collusion with the Russian government, and hush-money paid to adult film actresses, hav…India’s air pollution plan falls short
Over the past few years reporting on India’s air pollution crisis has dominated the news. The state of its capital city, Delhi, and the health costs of living in it, have been declared a “national cri…Modi-Xi talks offer hope for better relations
When India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and China’s President Xi Jinping held an informal summit on April 27-28, involving a cruise on East Lake, Wuhan in Hubei province, did they talk about water?…
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A World of Chinese
Papped
He was “China’s No.1 Paparazzo”—until the government decided he wasn’tShow of the Week: The First Half of My Life
A novel about female empowerment devolves into a show about a jealous wife in our final SotWChina’s Navy Has Its First Overseas Base
Troops will protect trade and military chokepoint near Gulf of AdenRebirth of Reading
China's growing market for e-books and reading apps
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iLook China
The First Emperor of the Ming Dynasty
Emperor Hangwu exercised strict control over the thoughts of the common people to preserve heaven's rule and suppress human desire.The Religious Cult that Contributed to China’s Decline
The Mongols of the Yuan Dynasty persecuted the members of the White Lotus Society turning a peaceful religious cult into a violent one.Mongol Yuan Dynasty Defeats Song: Part 3 of 3
Kublai Khan founded the Mongol Yuan Dynasty in China.Mongol Yuan Dynasty Defeats Song: Part 2 of 3
Kublai Khan defeated China’s Song Dynasty.
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China Whisper
11 Best Coffee Shops in Beijing You May Want to Try
If you’ve never been to China, you might imagine that it is a land of tea drinkers; but while China certainly has a tea-drinking tradition that stretches back millennia, in recent years, coffee cultur…The 8 Best Kayaking Destinations in China
China is a country full of natural beauty and wonderlust but it is not always the first destination that you think of when it comes to kayaking. This needs to be changed as China... The post The 8 Bes…10 Most Expensive Chinese Actresses
Have you ever imagined making RMB10 million per year? It is unimaginable for common people, but for film actresses, it is not a big thing. Here is a list of the 10 Chinese actresses... The post 10 Mos…7 Reasons to Study in China
The world is a big place and there are a lot of places to study away from what you might normally consider. Top of the list of places to go has to be China,... The post 7 Reasons to Study in China app…
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Welcome To China
How it Works: the Communist Party of China (CPC) [and how you join]
Politics in China is a mystery to anyone outside of the nation and not many will move beyond the label of “authoritarian”, and perhaps a few other names, so today, let’s take a bit of deeper dive into…China at War – From Ancient times to the Modern Day
In this chronology, I’ll list major conflicts, battles, and war in, and involving, China from Ancient times right through to the modern day. This timeline of China’s wars, both civil and with other co…China’s Replica Cities
With the news that a development company is seeking to create a clone of Old Quebec near Shanghai, I thought it would be a great time to revisit some of the replica cities, copycat towns, or if you li…China’s Mysterious Ancient Towns and Where to Find Them
While China is renowned for its famous historic sites that date back thousands of years its ancient towns have been off the radar for most foreign visitors. The ancient towns offer not just an attract…New China and its 400m+ Supertall Skyscrapers
China has been the built the most skyscrapers every year for over a decade now, and last year was no exception with 77 having been built in 36 different cities. 12 were built in Shenzhen alone last ye…
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Travel China Cheaper
How to Travel by Bus in China | 2018 Traveler’s Guide
When it comes to traveling in China in 2018, most tourist opt to either fly or hop on a train. The reasoning is quite simple: flying is fast and trains are cheap. There are times, however, when China’…Do VPNs Still Work in China? (as of May 2018)
Do VPNs still work in China? This is one of the most common questions I have been getting from people who are looking to travel or move to China in 2018. A lot of the concern stems from reports last y…Best VPN for China 2018 (with Discount Codes)
What are the best VPNs for China in 2018? That’s a loaded question that often gets met with simple answers from people who don’t even live in China. I’ve been living here for 10 years and I’ve worked…Is it Legal to Use a VPN in China?
One of the most common questions I receive about VPNs (or “Virtual Private Network”) is this: Is it legal to use a VPN in China? Since China censors the internet using the “Great Firewall of China” to…Top 5 Tourist Scams in China (& How to Avoid Them)
As a tourist in China – or any foreign country – there’s almost no way around it: you’re at high risk to be scammed in some way. You’ve got a big, fat target on your back that says “I have money!”. Sc…
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Chengdu Living
Podcast #28: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Chengdu
In this episode I'm joined by Jerry and Andrew of CDBJJ, a local Brazilian jiu-jitsu organization founded in 2011. The post Podcast #28: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Chengdu appeared first on Chengdu Living…Comfort in Anxiety: Embracing Uncertainty with Artist Jordan Xiang
Insight into how Chengdu artist Jordan Xiang embraces uncertainty, rejects denial, and finds beauty in the bathroom. The post Comfort in Anxiety: Embracing Uncertainty with Artist Jordan Xiang appeare…Podcast #27: One Month in Chinese Jail
On this episode of the podcast I'm joined by Doug, who just emerged from nearly one month in a Chinese jail due to a visa law violation. The post Podcast #27: One Month in Chinese Jail appeared first…Podcast #26: Mastering Chinese
In this episode of the podcast I have a conversation with Phil, one half of the Chengdu-based Chinese language program called Mandarin Blueprint. The post Podcast #26: Mastering Chinese appeared first…Podcast #25: Moving Money Out of China & Bitcoin
In this episode of the podcast I sit down with Americans Johnny (of Johnny 5 Donuts, a previous podcast guest) and Mac to talk about moving money out of China and more specifically, bitcoin in China.…
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Vision China
Is China’s Silk Road the Riskiest Environmental Project in History?
A global expert on infrastructure says that China’s plan to crisscross half of the Earth with massive transportation and energy projects is environmentally the riskiest venture ever undertaken. Distin…Is President Trump Finally Walking the Talk?
President Donald Trump is on the move to punish China for the theft of intellectual property (IP). According to the Commission on the Theft of American Intellectual Property, the theft of IPs costs th…How Ancient Chinese Predicted a Dynasty’s Future by Its Music
Most ancient Chinese sovereigns could enlighten to some encoded meaning in music and placed great importance on what it signified. It’s been a common belief throughout Chinese history that music can e…The Importance of Chinese Culture
Chinese culture is important, as it plays a significant role in defining every aspect of a Chinese individual’s life. This includes the way the individual conducts business, how one treats the family…Peppa Pig Banned by Douyin
Peppa Pig, a British cartoon favorite, has been banned by China’s top video platfors Douyin. It appears that the website became wary of the growing popularity of the cartoon, especially, among young C…
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China.org.cn Travel
Volcano continues strong eruption in Bali, planes barred from passing
Mount Agung volcano in Bali, the resort island of Indonesia, continued powerful eruptions on Sunday with a column of ash spread by up to four km high, forcing authorities to ban flight in the territor…'Red tourism' sites ready for foreign visitors
Mao Haofu, 28, has returned from studying in Britain to his hometown in Ciping in East China's Jinggangshan city, which was the first rural revolutionary base established in 1927 by the Communist Part…China's growing business travel market draws global attention
China's business travel market is expanding rapidly, creating opportunities for travel companies worldwide.Light festival held at Nanshan park in Lhasa, Tibet
Scenery of redwoods in E China's Anhui
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Wild China
This is Why You Have to Try Street Food in China
China is home to an extremely diverse street food culture that varies not only from province to province, but even city to city. With a WildChina guide at your side, we’ll make sure you try the freshe…3 Remote Getaways in China to Escape the Hustle and Bustle
So, you’re planning a vacation and want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. We have great news – China has the appeal of being so huge that, once you get off the beaten path, you can easily …3 Innovative STEM Learning Trips in China
For students to thrive in tomorrow’s global market, they need to gain the skills to operate in a high-tech, globalized world. Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education is taking the…4 Perfect Mother’s Day Trips in China
Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate mom and show your gratitude for her presence in your life. If you’re looking to do something more memorable than flowers and a greeting card this y…The Best Hotels in Hangzhou
The city of Hangzhou is nestled in the thriving Yangtze River Delta and provides a relaxing escape from bustling Shanghai. Hangzhou’s magnificent West Lake (the inspiration for a man-made version in B…
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