Asia
Obama's Trip Draws Mixed Reaction In China
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Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Asia
Ordinary Chinese Wait For Obama's Deeds, Not Words
November 17, 2009 While in Beijing, President Obama is trying to connect with the Chinese people. One of Obama's main messages is that the U.S. does not seek to contain China or force its values on it. Many Chinese welcome that message, but they don't necessarily trust it. One blogger says he sees little difference in Obama's policies toward China than those of President Bush.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Asia
As U.S. Power Wanes, China Considers Its New Place
November 13, 2009 The West in recent years has been busy discussing how to handle China's rise. But in an odd symmetry, China has been debating how to respond to America's decline — and how much of a leadership role it wants to take on.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Asia
For Some Chinese Migrants, A Fruitful Homecoming
November 10, 2009 The global recession put an estimated 20 million of China's migrant laborers out of work. Most had moved to the coast for jobs that disappeared. Beijing feared unrest, inland areas have absorbed some of the surplus labor.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Asia
China Spends Billions In A Global Spree For Oil
October 27, 2009 The global recession appears to have accelerated a shift in China's growing role in world energy markets. China has taken advantage of low prices to snap up energy resources around the planet and ensure future economic growth. So far this year, China has purchased an estimated $15 billion in oil and gas supplies worldwide, already double last year's figure.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Asia
China Cracks Down On Organized Crime
October 26, 2009 One of the country's biggest prosecutions of organized crime in the past half-century is under way in southwest China. A millionaire businessman and former legislator is currently on trial in Chongqing. Already, six people have been sentenced to death and more than 1,500 have been arrested.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Afghanistan
China Becomes A Player In Afghanistan's Future
October 21, 2009 The U.S. and Afghanistan are encouraging China to take a greater role in helping to solve Afghanistan's problems. China has become a major commercial investor in Afghanistan. But a common criticism is that while U.S. troops risk their lives in Afghanistan, it is Chinese companies that reap the economic benefits.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Asia
For Chinese Man, A Gut Instinct For Belly Dancing
October 13, 2009 Mostly women — and an occasional man — each pay more than $750 a year to learn how to twirl and undulate their exposed midriffs at Chinese Celebrity Guo Wei Belly Dancing Club. The proprietor, Guo Wei, learned the art of belly dancing in Cairo, Egypt, and he now teaches classes in China and appears on TV.
Thursday, October 08, 2009
Asia
Uighur Scholar Caught Up In China's Ethnic Conflict
October 8, 2009 Among those blamed by the government for ethnic violence in China's far west is Uighur economist Ilham Tohti. He says the government accepts many of his suggestions on ethnic policy, but still doesn't trust him. He has been arrested four times, though never charged with a crime.
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Asia
Exploring The Secret Of China's Economic Success
October 1, 2009 As it celebrates 60 years under communist rule, China enjoys a growing economy despite the global recession. Some say the country's authoritarian political system has given it an edge in promoting economic development. But others say policies — not politics — are more important.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Asia
China Prepares For Glitzy 60th Birthday Bash
September 28, 2009 It's hard to imagine a bigger or more highly choreographed spectacle than last year's Olympics in Beijing. But in some ways, China is trying to outdo itself with its 60th celebration of the founding of the People's Republic. Although this time, the event is aimed at the domestic audience.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Music News
Chinese Opera Takes On Classics, 'Red' Or Not
August 19, 2009 In recent years, classical music in China has been experiencing a crescendo. China's conservatories are turning out child prodigy musicians. Cities are sprouting concert halls, and factories are cranking out violins and pianos. And Chinese cultural officials seem determined that their country will become a world-class power in opera, as well.
Monday, August 17, 2009
World
For Chinese Seniors, Love Blooms In Beijing Park
August 17, 2009 Most of the time, Changpuhe Park is just another urban oasis. But on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, the beautiful park transforms into the center of the Chinese capital's dating scene for seniors. Amid ballroom dancing and Peking Opera, middle-aged and senior citizens seek romance.
