China
Controlling the Narrative
As thousands of children’s books are translated into Mandarin, China’s domestic market for young readers is also blossoming. Yet emphasis on traditional Chinese values such as education — both as an aim and as a vehicle to mold model citizens — is perhaps holding the industry back.
The Forgotten Jihad
The anti-Japanese resistance is perhaps the most formative episode in Chinese national memory. Hui Muslim participation in it was grounded in philosophies of coexistence, survival and social harmony that went back centuries and helped solidify the enduring Hui presence in China.
How ‘Kung Fu Panda’ Conquered China – And China Conquered Hollywood
Although the original “Kung Fu Panda” came out over a decade ago, its legacy has never been more relevant. In addition to shaping Hollywood’s strategies for the Chinese market, it has motivated China to improve its animation industry in a bid to expand its soft power.
China’s First AI Actor Makes Her Debut
As tech companies in China dive into the vast AI pool, AI actors like Lili continue to attract hundreds of thousands of fans online, with some still unconvinced she’s not human.
Why Some Young Chinese Women Call Themselves Running Deer
Young, educated Chinese women who want to escape a traditional family life as the government promotes the “three-child policy” have been emigrating to build a career overseas. They call themselves “pao lu” or “running deer,” a term that allows them to avoid censorship on social media.
China Cracks Down on Language
Two years ago, a linguistic and political Pandora’s box was opened: Under new rules, tutors were no longer allowed to hold private classes in person or online for students based in China. Private tutors across the globe found themselves without work.
Critics of Beijing Face Increasing Impersonation Attacks
There is a new and growing club of people whose names and identities are being hijacked and used for nefarious purposes. It’s a disparate group stretching across the globe and contains activists, journalists, academics and lawyers. All are tied together by one common thread — they criticize China.