http://worldblog.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2009/10/14/2098654.aspx It looks China's investment policy toward many African countries is taking root in Afghanistan. It is the usual kind of investment; building roads, schools, railway, hospitals, telecoms, etc... in exchange for copper in Aynak mines. Given the poverty rate in Afghanistan, this is something badly needed there. In … [Read more...] about (Letter from pug_ster) China’s 4 billion Investment in Afghanistan: Nation building?
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(Letter from TonyP4) Nobel Peace Prize
Gladly we accept Nobel Prize for Obama. For nothing he did during his nomination. Potentially he holds the key for peace. By not pressing the button to send nuclear missiles to destroy the world, Or not sending the nuclear carrier to enforce his kingdom. Or buying peace with money like no tomorrow. Practically Deng saved a million from starving every year. Not a … [Read more...] about (Letter from TonyP4) Nobel Peace Prize
Nitpicking Media's Coverage of PRC's 60th Anniversary Parade
I watched the national day parade on TV with my family, and liked it. As expected, the Chinese government managed to put out an impressive show. Then I read some media's coverage of the parade. Well, let's just say that those writings were as expected too. Anyway, there are a number of memes and other little oddities, in no particular order, that I want point out. As the title … [Read more...] about Nitpicking Media's Coverage of PRC's 60th Anniversary Parade
(Letter from TonyP4) Buffett praise for Chinese suits
Here is one of the many links on this story http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/8262477.stm This is free advertising for Made-in-China corp. - different from another bad story on bad quality on Chinese products. The story has a kind, warm human touch too. Thanks Buffett! … [Read more...] about (Letter from TonyP4) Buffett praise for Chinese suits
Reflections on the Compton-Zhao Debate
Video: The Zhao vs. Compton Debate It’s surreal to hear Dr. Zhao from China working in the US defending the US educational system while Mr. Compton advocating that the US learn from China’s system. One thing is for sure: the world is getting flat. The rest are open to debate.As I watched this debate, a story that came to mind was the meteorologist forecasting a severely cold … [Read more...] about Reflections on the Compton-Zhao Debate