The closing ceremony parade would be the most appropriate occasion for such expression of appreciation. Who will be the most likely among the spectators to display such affectionate banners, resident laowais or first time visitors? … [Read more...] about Will we see a "Thank You, China" banner from the European and American attendants to the Olympics?
Archives for August 2008
Japanese athletes and spectators brace against booing in Beijing. Are they over-reacting?
How will Japanese athletes and their supporters be received during the Olympic Games in Beijing? Will they be booed by Chinese spectators? Will the Chinese show the propriety to stand up in respect when the Japanese national flag is raised and the Japanese national anthem played in the award-giving ceremonies? From their past experiences in sports engagements with China, the … [Read more...] about Japanese athletes and spectators brace against booing in Beijing. Are they over-reacting?
The evolution of political activisms according to (misused) Gresham's law
I couldn't help but think of Gresham's law while reading the twin news of the banner carrying pole climbing protesters in Beijing and the last minute cancellation of Joey Cheek's visa to go to China. … [Read more...] about The evolution of political activisms according to (misused) Gresham's law
(Letter) Wearing Masks During Olympics?
With the Beijing Games days away, the air quality issue has again surfaced, appearantly above the haze that's settled on the city in the last couple days: … [Read more...] about (Letter) Wearing Masks During Olympics?
(Letter from es.nautilus) Handling Olympic protests in Beijing – a ‘test case’?
Four members of the activist group, Students for a Free Tibet, have staged a lamppost protest in Beijing, unfurling a banner that read, ‘One World, One Dream – Free Tibet’, as the Olympic torch relay entered its final stage in the host city on Wednesday 6 August. All four – two British and two American nationals, holding tourist visas - have been arrested and are currently in … [Read more...] about (Letter from es.nautilus) Handling Olympic protests in Beijing – a ‘test case’?