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The Fujian Way: How One Chinese Region Became a Dominant Force in Africa

Articles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants.

FEATURES

For decades, a network of entrepreneurs from China’s rough-and-tumble southern coastline have been quietly expanding their presence in Africa. Now, they’re driving a new wave of investment on the continent.

With Jobs at Home Scarce, Young Chinese Are Heading to Africa

Today’s Chinese graduates are facing the toughest domestic job market in decades. That’s leading many to look further afield for opportunities.

Shanghai’s Forgotten Children

When a deadly famine struck China in the early 1960s, the city evacuated thousands of children to remote herding communities in Inner Mongolia. Six decades later, they’re still there.

Blood Brothers: The Scarred History of China’s Ethnic Russians

During the early 20th century, thousands of Russian refugees fleeing war and revolution crossed the freezing Amur River into northeast China. Today, the community is still trying to reconcile its identity — and process its collective trauma.

Shanghai Sees Rise in Mental Health Issues Amid COVID-19 Surge

Timely reports on issues and events from across China. Drawing on a vast range of sources, these succinct articles provide insights into the significance of each issue in a wider context.

NEWS

The city’s psychological support helplines are flooded with calls, with many expressing anxiety over virus control measures.

Shanghai’s Finance Workers Hunker Down in Offices for Lockdown

Staff are ensuring the city shutdown doesn’t disrupt operations in the country’s financial hub.

One City, Two Lockdowns: Shanghai Faces Its Toughest COVID-19 Test

After dismissing lockdown possibilities, the city adapts to the country’s pandemic control playbook to mass test its nearly 25 million residents.

China to Trace Online Rumors at Source to Combat Disinformation

The country’s top internet regulator seeks to implement a “long-term” solution to prevent repeated offenses.

Shenzhen Taxi Drivers Are Now Escorting Trucks From Hong Kong

Their job is to ensure vehicles and drivers follow a predetermined route and don’t make unnecessary stops or come in contact with locals.

Worried Pet Owners Crowdsource Info as COVID-19 Surge in Shanghai

Animal lovers band together to prevent pets from being possibly mistreated by quarantine staff.

With 11 Applicants Per Job, China’s College Grads Face Tough Prospects

As the tech sector downsizes, it’s looking like a rough year to be on the job market.

Readers Say Chinese Archaeology Books Are Pricier Than Others

Books on recent historical discoveries cost from a few hundred to thousands of yuan.

Lawyer to Legislator: Shanghai Attorneys Share Their Experiences

Local lawyers said their legislative duties mostly involve listening to people and later researching and proposing legislation to make an impact.

Going Home for Spring Festival, in Rented Luxury Cars 

While some wanted to avoid the crowds amid COVID-19 outbreaks, others wanted to show off their success.

China Calls for Greater Gender Equality in Work, Politics, and Home 

While authorities are keen to improve the lives and wellbeing of women, some rights advocates say the goals are vague.

COVID-19 Outbreak Puts Shoe Industry Town on Unsteady Footing

Due to lockdowns, Putian’s many footwear factories are running out of materials.

Can the Internet Save China’s Grassroots NGOs?

Many nonprofit organizations say donations from 99 Charity Day have helped them survive, but that relying on the annual event is unsustainable in the long run.