I've been resisting writing anything on Tibet recently because I think we've had more than our shares. But I think the time may be right on this board for one small, limited discussion. … [Read more...] about Tibet: Turning over a new page
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Quiet Reflection of the Sichuan Wen Chuan Earthquake
When historians look back to 2008, they may well consider China's response to the 8+ magnitude Wen Chuan Earthquake as a key defining milestone in China's long road to modernization. … [Read more...] about Quiet Reflection of the Sichuan Wen Chuan Earthquake
The Indie Music Scene In China
Chinese culture has undergone tremendous change in the last 20 years. We tend to notice the big events: Massive new skyscrapers, world class airports, new symphony halls, the Olympic Games, 5 star hotels and restaurants, etc. But what we might not see is that below the surface, there are other changes taking place. China has developed an exciting indie music scene throughout … [Read more...] about The Indie Music Scene In China
How Can China Learn from India?
Recently we have had several good, vigorous debates on the proper role of human rights in the International Order - including in China in particular. In a recent thread, I even got to argue in the comments that the Chinese government is right to focus on issues of general human welfare (as embodied by its calls for a "peaceful and harmonious" society) rather than ideologies … [Read more...] about How Can China Learn from India?
Obamania Seems to be Sweeping through China, too!
As the U.S. Presidential Campaign reaches a climatic end, it is interesting to see that many Chinese, like others throughout the world, seem to have rushed aboard the Obama wagon. While pondering these observations, I ran across an interesting article on Asia Times titled "China falls for Obama's 'US dream'". Here are some excerpts. … [Read more...] about Obamania Seems to be Sweeping through China, too!