It seems the western media and Chinese blogosphere agree on one thing; Green Dam is not winning any popularity contests. Today, the Chinese government backed down on the mandatory usage of the software, though it will still come either pre-loaded or be included on a compact disc with all PCs sold on the mainland from July 1st. There are several problems associated with this … [Read more...] about Green Dam-Youth Escort
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Is China recession proof?
In this McKinsey report, a panel of leading Chinese economists explains how the world’s fastest-growing economy has kept expanding despite the global downturn. China’s economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the midst of a worldwide slump. How has the country coped with the financial crisis? Is China finally emerging as an engine of global demand? Can its economy … [Read more...] about Is China recession proof?
Scurrying Bao: Another Hysteria over Personal Responsibility?
Named after Running Fan, an overseas Chinese student surnamed Bao has been given the moniker Scurrying Bao (包窜窜) by angry netizens for becoming the first case of H1N1 flu in China. The story is like this: Bao, an outstanding graduate of University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), currently studies Physics at the University of Missouri. He was going back to Sichuan … [Read more...] about Scurrying Bao: Another Hysteria over Personal Responsibility?
Taiwan and the WHO
The last time Taiwan tried to apply for observer status in the WHO, China slammed it down. When the SARS crisis arose and China offered Taiwan help, Taiwan denied and declined. That was 2003, when President Chen of the DPP still governed Taiwan. Fast forward now six years - how things have changed! … [Read more...] about Taiwan and the WHO
(Letter from raventhorn4000) Swine Flu Scare, is it too much hype or just right amount of alertness?
It's not permanent Orange Alert condition, but the latest swine flu cases around the world has definitely caused some small amount of panic. Is it too much hype or just right amount of alertness? I don't know. It's not Duct tape your house in case of chemical attacks, but some in the West have accused China (including HK) of overreacting, in the latest cases of quarantines … [Read more...] about (Letter from raventhorn4000) Swine Flu Scare, is it too much hype or just right amount of alertness?