Time recently published an article titled "How a Starbucks Latte Shows China Doesn’t Understand Capitalism" on the attention the Chinese government appears to be bringing to the practice of foreign companies overcharging Chinese consumers. According to Time, the government in doing this shows it doesn't understand capitalism, ought to back off, and let the market reach a proper … [Read more...] about Opinion: Is It Time Magazine that doesn’t understand Capitalism or China?
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Is there a Chinese model of innovation?
One of the main reasons I wanted to contribute to the success of this blog is my desire to dispel ideological myths and dogma that exists in western discourse, and if I'm lucky, reach out to a few people in my age group back in China. One of the myths, against which I voiced skepticism in "Rethinking the Freedom-Innovation Nexus" is the supposed causal link between political … [Read more...] about Is there a Chinese model of innovation?
Chinese media criticism of Apple aims to rectify U.S. protectionism against Huawei
Apple's Tim Cook formally apologized to Chinese customers today in response to media criticisms within China for unfair warranty and customer service related issues. China's Consumer Association have also demanded Apple making a formal apology. While U.S. media in unison came to Apple's defense before today's apology, making light of Chinese consumer grievances, I think there … [Read more...] about Chinese media criticism of Apple aims to rectify U.S. protectionism against Huawei
A proper perspective on Sino-Russian relations
In light of President Xi's latest visit to Russia, it would be appropriate to provide a nuanced perspective to the current state of Sino-Russian relations. It is understandably difficult for the western media to deliver this kind of nuance; this difficulty stems not only from western biases against both Russia and China that obstructs objective analysis, but also the … [Read more...] about A proper perspective on Sino-Russian relations
Chinese Energy Strategy in the Next Five Years
I recently had to write an essay about energy trends affecting China, so I thought I'd share here as well, with a few details modified: While China has actively expanded its use of renewable energy and fostered innovation in the clean-tech space, planning on the renewables development and deployment front has been suboptimal in the face of present realities. To advance … [Read more...] about Chinese Energy Strategy in the Next Five Years