China is defiantly in mourning today. To those who lost their lives last week: you are in our memories, rest in peace. Faced with a disaster of biblical proportion, the vast majority of Chinese stood still at 2:28 PM (local time) on Monday to memorialize those who lost their lives in last week's earthquake. The Chinese government and Chinese businesses are taking … [Read more...] about "Go China!"
A call for material
All, This blog site is intended to be a collaborative effort; it doesn't belong to any individual. We welcome all voices representing the Chinese mainstream speaking in English. I've come across examples of wonderful, insightful writing from Chinese on other blogs, letters submitted to English newspapers, etc... and I really hope this site could act as a central … [Read more...] about A call for material
Who is Tang Buxi?
A regular poster asked me to talk a little about myself in a previous thread. I don't want to get into a long discussion of my history, life, and professional resume (or at least not at this time). But I do want to explain why I'm active here, and why I'm contributing to this blog. … [Read more...] about Who is Tang Buxi?
Dalai Lama: "I can't wait to be a Chinese citizen"
The Dalai Lama speaks with the Times (UK) as he begins his European tour. Very interestingly, he describes what might be a revolutionary change in position as far as a return to China. In an unexpected shift of policy, he has four conditions which, if met, would permit him to return. I analyze and discuss these four conditions below. … [Read more...] about Dalai Lama: "I can't wait to be a Chinese citizen"
"Fed Up With Peace" – Kristof writes again on Tibet
As a follow-up to the previously published column on Tibet, Kristof returns with some stinging criticisms of China's policy in Tibet. Refreshingly, he also criticizes everyone else involved: The recent uprising by Tibetans underscores the utter failure of Beijing’s policies in Tibet. But it also reflects the failure of the Dalai Lama and of America. The Dalai Lama has played … [Read more...] about "Fed Up With Peace" – Kristof writes again on Tibet