I think Chinese leaders are among the tamest leaders in the world. Despite being called "butchers of Beijing" (or much worse), constantly being maligned by a maniacal Western press, and even having one of its own be the target of a shoe throwing protester, leaders from the CCP continue to consistently keep up their cordial and composed demeanor. … [Read more...] about Should Chinese Leaders Learn to Speak Up More?
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Informal Discussion – the Lessons of Nazi and Japanese Aggressions in WWII
I have not done any research in writing this post, but I hope that does not detract us from having a vigorous and good discussion here. In our recent Chinese Nationalism thread, Shane9219 started a discussion on a just released movie relating to the Nankin Massacre. This got people discussing what the lessons of Nazi and Japanese Aggressions in WWII were. … [Read more...] about Informal Discussion – the Lessons of Nazi and Japanese Aggressions in WWII
Chinese Nationalism – a Chinese Immigrant’s Perspective
Since the Olympics torch relay last year, much have been written about Chinese nationalism (see, e.g., this time article, this newsweek article, this new yorker article) - often in a negative (and unfair) light. Earlier today, we at foolsmountain ran across a more thoughtful, subdued but perhaps equally critical view of Chinese nationalism - written from an immigrant's … [Read more...] about Chinese Nationalism – a Chinese Immigrant’s Perspective
(Letter from sophie, Opposing Viewpoint) Cultural Reflections on Tibet
In a previous thread, Steve asked why, with so much material improvement in Tibet region shown by MAJ, the Chinese government still can't win Tibetan's heart? I have been asking the same question too. Following recent MAJ's comments, I came across this article 'Reflections on Tibet' by Wang Lixiong published in 2002. Wang Lixiong is the writer of 'Roadmap of Tibetan … [Read more...] about (Letter from sophie, Opposing Viewpoint) Cultural Reflections on Tibet
U.S and China Scuffle in South China Sea
The U.S. accused China of harassing a U.S. surveillance ship in the South China Seas earlier this week. According to this CNN report, During the incident, five Chinese vessels "shadowed and aggressively maneuvered in dangerously close proximity to USNS Impeccable, in an apparent coordinated effort to harass the U.S. ocean surveillance ship while it was conducting routine … [Read more...] about U.S and China Scuffle in South China Sea