Liao Yiwu is one of the most renowned Chinese authors. Due to his critical views of the Chinese government, his books are banned in China. With "Wuhan – A Documentary Novel" he has now published a new book. Speaking with Michael Radunski, Liao Yiwu talks about Covid, the truth in China, and the consequences for foreign countries.
By Michael Radunski
Xi Jinping cultivates a veritable cult around China's Great Wall. Yet Mao Zedong considered the ancient structure to be a feudal relic. But that did not stop him from creating a ritual: Foreign dignitaries on a visit to Beijing outdo each other with the length of their walks along the monument.
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Chinese brands are overtaking former Western heavyweights. One example is Luckin Coffee. Starbucks used to dominate the market for on-the-go coffee. Now, a domestic competitor is taking over. The ingredients are the same as in other sectors: A better sense of the market and a head start on digitization. Zero Covid speeds up the shift.
By Redaktion Table
The next few weeks will be crucial for China's spring sowing season. But Beijing's zero-covid strategy hits the agricultural sector hard. In the northeastern province of Jilin in particular, where a lot of corn is grown, sowing might not happen at all this year. This adds to the problematic situation around the world.
By Ning Wang
