In this American Public Media's Marketplace report (which I heard on NPR yesterday), reporter Rob Schmitz casts some doubts about China's investments in Mongolia (podcast segment starts at 10:40 mark), especially with respect to recently discovered coal deposits. Of course, this is the same Rob Schmitz who exposed the Mike Daisey lies about working conditions at Foxconn. … [Read more...] about American Public Media’s Marketplace casts doubt on China’s investment in Mongolia, what about America’s in Canada?
Analysis
Is China a Resource Poor Nation?
China has repeatedly been billed as the largest energy consumer and portrayed as possible future aggressor in the quest for more energy, mineral, and even water resources. Most western press also mentioned that China is a resource poor country that consumed a prodigious amount of minerals. However, the first point is factually wrong. … [Read more...] about Is China a Resource Poor Nation?
Lacking insight in James Fallows’ piece, “What Is the Chinese Dream?”
James Fallows is one of the most accomplished journalists in the West. His talents were demonstrated very early on in his career, being former U.S. President Jimmy Carter's chief speechwriter; the youngest person to ever hold such a job. Personally, I admire his understanding of the Western media. For example, his take on the "new media" is totally excellent. However, Fallows … [Read more...] about Lacking insight in James Fallows’ piece, “What Is the Chinese Dream?”
On Chinese Women Dating / Marrying White Men
I usually don't have much problems with Chinese women dating and marrying white men. Traditionally I typically view them on an individual basis. If the relationship last and works out for both parties, it's a win-win for all - who cares about if two people are of different races? Sure, I don't deny that the phenomenon of Chinese women looking to date and marry white men do … [Read more...] about On Chinese Women Dating / Marrying White Men
Chen Guangcheng escapes, waging PR campaign with Western press
(Update April 29, 2012: with response to Kai's comment below. Update May 1, 2012: highlighting analysis done by reader perspectivehere in the comments section. May 5, 2012: Chen had dealings with the NED since 2004. See details below.) From the Chinese perspective, the West's willingness to go so far as to bestow the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize to a convicted criminal, … [Read more...] about Chen Guangcheng escapes, waging PR campaign with Western press