I am writing this article as a follow on to Allen's post “Who Is Really Overstepping the Bounds of International Law in the South China Sea?” International law is defined by consensus but ultimately decided by “reality on the ground”. Each claimant nation of South China Sea island should have absolute faith and belief in their position before submitting any claim. That is … [Read more...] about Involvement of Any Third Party in The South China Sea is Counter Productive
China’s Animation Industry
I think it is about time for some lighthearted subject matter. I have written awhile back that China's so-called censorship does not stop creativity, rather it is the lack of “environment” that is the biggest bottle neck. One can talk about innovation, creativity, freedom etc but without a viable market there would be no cutting edge artistic commercial creation. My favorite … [Read more...] about China’s Animation Industry
An Interview with Deng Xiaoping
The following is an interview given by Deng Xiaoping to the Italian Oriana Fallaci on August 21 and 23, 1980. I have included Deng's original Chinese language version at the bottom. The English translation credit goes to People's Daily of China. It gives very good insight to Deng. Oriana Fallaci: Will Chairman Mao's portrait above Tiananmen Gate be kept there? … [Read more...] about An Interview with Deng Xiaoping
Stop Yulin 2015: Hypocrisy at its utmost
Well, it is that time of the year again. And the publicity stunt of a little know town in Guangxi, China, has succeed beyond the wildest expectation. Yulin, is now well known in the so-called animal lovers circle, including those in China. It is estimated that up to 10,000 of dogs and perhaps cats will be eaten. We see a ridiculous outpouring of sympathy for those animals … [Read more...] about Stop Yulin 2015: Hypocrisy at its utmost
The Future of China’s Manufacturing Industry
It is becoming more and more common to hear cries that China is becoming less competitive in its manufacturing industry and factories are moving overseas. Of course, rising cost of production and particularly that of labour doesn't help. China's average yearly wage in manufacturing has increase from RMB 15,757 in 2006 to RMB 46,431 in 2014, and is still increasing. The US has … [Read more...] about The Future of China’s Manufacturing Industry