Many non-political issues can divide public opinion in China, such as whether zongzi (sticky rice dumplings wrapped in reed leaves) should be salty or sweet, or whether sugar belongs in scrambled eggs with tomatoes. These topics reflect large regional differences, yet people treat them as harmless jokes. One issue, however, can trigger real disputes: traditional Chinese medicine.
By Redaktion Table
Die Traditionelle Chinesische Medizin spaltet die chinesische Gesellschaft wie kaum ein anderes Thema. Während einige Methoden breite Akzeptanz finden, sorgen individuelle Heilrezepturen für heftige Debatten über Wirksamkeit und wissenschaftliche Grundlagen.
By Redaktion Table
The general life expectancy of the Chinese is expected to rise to 80 years in the next five years. This was unthinkable when “barefoot doctors” were still treating farmers.
By Johnny Erling
Our “View from China” column is written by authors from the People’s Republic. This week’s topic is the increasing social acceptance in China of suspecting fellow citizens of espionage. This development also follows a global trend.
By Redaktion Table
China is making its presence felt at the Frankfurt Book Fair – but behind the glittering volumes lies an ailing industry. The five-volume work by state and party leader Xi, who has overtaken all his predecessors, does nothing to change this.
By Johnny Erling
Our “View from China” column is written by authors from the People’s Republic. This week’s topic is discrimination after the age of 35. The age pressure that used to apply mainly to women is now affecting the whole of society in the workplace. But there are steps that could change this.
By Redaktion Table
Rapporteur Seekatz believes the proposal is too complex to simply wave through. There is room for improvement, particularly for SMEs and leasing.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
The COP30 in Belém is different from other climate conferences: Progress on renewables is facing geopolitical headwinds. The challenge now is to stay the course. The emerging economies could play a leading role in this.
By Jennifer Morgan
Berichterstatter Seekatz hält den Vorschlag für zu komplex, um ihn einfach durchzuwinken. Insbesondere für den Mittelstand und beim Leasing gebe es Verbesserungspotenzial.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
Beijing and Taipei are celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of their Imperial Palace Museums with special exhibitions this week. To coincide with the split commemoration and before the start of the book “fair,” Rainer Kloubert’s large volume of stories is being published: “Forbidden City – Forbidden Land? Signs in the Middle Kingdom.”
By Johnny Erling
