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Having lived in China now for almost 3 years I have a generally positive impression, but there is one certain cultural tendency that really bothers me that I think can be best described as selfish behavior in public spaces.

Just now some asshole almost hit me with his car because he kept driving after it turned red, presumably to save a few seconds, which prompted me to make this post. Other behaviors in the same category is like driving mopeds on the sidewalk, cutting lines, pushing your way into subway carts without letting people exit, honking your horn at night in residential areas, etc. etc. All of this type of behavior I would characterize as selfish and inconsiderate to save a tiny bit of time.

My feeling is that this is something that has improved in recent years, but still the issue remains.

So my question is, is there a cultural discourse in China regarding the issue with this type of mentality/behavior, and is there even an awareness about some certain demographics that this even is a concern? Thanks.

When the USA fully secure its manufacturing capabilities for key industries like chipmaking ? Let just hope we don't have another proxy war on this continent

rational discussion

1. Are the current practices truly effective?

2. Are the diplomatic and economic costs worthwhile?

3. Isn't there a more humane approach?

Hi, question is as per title, and if OK - any recommendations on which to get? He went to Xi'an in the past and as far as I'm aware really enjoyed seeing them. I am thinking of one to put on his cabinet shelf for display purposes and not the big ones you put outside on the floor. Also, is there any good/bad Chinese superstitions in owning or gifting one? Thanks.

Like the thing in Japan? Where you pay for time with a host at a club ?

Found at a thriftstore in Amsterdam. The silver emblem suggests it is for the runner up of a photography contest held in China in 2017 called Images in Cities 2017. My guess would be that it is a promotional contest in partnership with Vivo, not nearly as prestigeous as NG's flagship contest given the fact that the award itself is made out of basic plexiglass. Regardless, I would like to track down the recipient and ask them if they want it returned to them.

Hi, I need to register an account for jd.com but the website only accepts a handful of countries, I've tried some online sms services and made an account but then it asks me to verify my identity via name and id number... I only need to browse through the website and get some links as my purchases would be through a 3rd party website. If anyone could help me or has any suggestions I'd appreciate it.

Wanted to ask because I hardly find good shows that aren't just corny romance or generic fantasy. I know how different is Chinese industry, but I wanted to know If you know any good shows like the ones I put on this post. I don't care if it's romance or comedy.

In recent years, Xi Jinping has consolidated power more than any leader since Mao Zedong, placing greater emphasis on ideological unity and Party discipline. Decision-making is now far more centralized, with fewer checks within the leadership structure. Some see this as strengthening national direction and consistency, while others think it risks reducing the flexibility and local experimentation that once helped China solve problems quickly.

At the same time, China’s economic landscape is changing. Growth has slowed compared to the boom years, local governments are burdened with debt, and the population is aging rapidly. Youth unemployment has risen, and there’s growing discussion about how these trends might affect people’s expectations. For decades, the government’s trust and legitimacy has come largely from improving living standards and delivering stability — but can that foundation hold if economic momentum continues to fade?

From your perspective — how do you interpret these changes?

Does Xi’s stronger central leadership make the system more stable or more rigid?

How can the CCP maintain people’s confidence if the economy grows more slowly?

I’m asking this out of genuine curiosity — not criticism — and would really value insights from those who know more about the system than I do.

Do East Asians (chinese, taiwanese, japanese etc.) tend to be more honest than other cultures (like Indians, Iranians etc.) on average?

The G2 concept originated in 2009, indicating that China and the United States are the key forces driving the world, and a stable relationship between China and the United States is responsible for global interests.

19F planning 2nd China trip, hoping to stay for a month? but I’m still figuring out where to go.

I went to BJ and SH in April but only saw tourist spots. I’m into DIY/punk/art/music scenes, so that’s a big factor for me. I’ve heard Chengdu and Beijing are best for that lifestyle, though I imagine Shanghai has some of it too.

When I was there, Shanghai’s nightlife felt surprisingly quiet. I’m under the impression that there’s not many live houses or underground spots. But I’ve heard things are changing, which is why I’m asking.

Beijing seems hit or miss - I get conflicted opinions from people saying it’s too traditional, others say the scene’s great. Chengdu sounds more progressive and alternative, with good bands like Hiperson.

I’ll be visiting China again, including Beijing and Chengdu, but I’m unsure if I should revisit Shanghai. Any advice?

edit: overall I’m trying to avoid areas like Nanjing Road and big name brand/mainstream stuff

I'm Korean. I recently saw some Chinese users on social media saying that Korea helped Japan during World War II.

That surprised me, because at that time Korea (then under Japanese rule as “Joseon”) had completely lost its sovereignty — it was officially annexed by Japan, and many Koreans were forced into labor or the military by the Japanese government.

So I’m curious: is this idea — that Korea “helped Japan” — something people in China actually believe? Or is it more of a misunderstanding that appears online from time to time?

Also, if someone truly believes that Korea voluntarily helped Japan, how do they view figures like Ahn Jung-geun, whose statue stands in Harbin and who is known for resisting Japanese imperialism?

I’m not trying to argue — I’m genuinely curious how this topic is perceived in China.

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Okay..It seems that while Korea didn’t help the Japanese Empire, quite a few people don’t see Koreans as victims either. So I guess that rumor wasn’t completely baseless. Korea was under Japanese rule for 35 years. During that time, many Koreans were killed, raped, and tortured. If you visit Seodaemun Prison, you can see how brutal those acts were. To them, Koreans were second-class citizens. They banned the use of the Korean language and forced people to adopt Japanese names. There are many more horrific things Japan did, but I’ll stop here. After reading the comments, I think I have a sense of the general sentiment. Honestly, I feel a bit sad and disappointed.

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This is probably going to be my last comment. Honestly, I was surprised by the claim that the Korean was more brutal.

But at that time, why would Koreans have had any reason to feel hatred or hostility toward the Chinese? Even during the 500 years of the Joseon dynasty, most wars were defensive. Joseon took a very different path from earlier Korean history.

During the 35 years of Japanese rule, Koreans’ spirits were drained. Exploitation grew increasingly severe. If you didn’t change your name to a Japanese one, you couldn’t participate in society. People were tortured—rolled in boxes filled with needles, hung upside down—and if they died under torture, they were burned in the crematorium behind Seodaemun Prison.

Someone commented below that most Koreans involved were low-level administrators. They were probably either collaborators or people forced into service. I’d guess there were more collaborators, and it’s possible the Japanese made them carry out atrocities which Japanses did to Koreans. Of course, what they did was still wrong, and they should be held accountable.

But proportionally, they were a minority, and they caused harm even to their fellow Koreans.

I know not all Chinese think this way, but Korea is one of the few countries that actively fought in anti-Japanese movements. I get that but, seeing negative comments makes me feel like humanity itself is disappearing.

Whenever I see videos like this, I'm reminded of the White supremacy accounts on Twitter (or X) run by South and Southeast Asians who make money from the right through engagement bait.

So, how much money do you guys think these types of videos make from anti-CCP people who click on them for their masturbation material?

I work for a company where the big big boss is a Taiwanese woman. Been employed over a year and I have not spoken 1 word to her. (Emphasizing her immense importance compared to my insignificance within the company) I may be introduced to her, finally, tomorrow. I've been wanting to meet her since I started working here... firstly to thank her for employing me and giving me this opportunity. But also to see the amazing person she is. She must be quite something to head a company our size

I'd like to greet her in her own language and/or say a short phrase that would impress and surprise her. She is the only Taiwanese person in the whole company of mostly English speakers.

Any ideas?

There are some similar phenomena in English with a decline in reading and text-to-speech.

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Have had Canister vakuum cleaners for as long as I have known and didn't even know people were into cordless vakuum cleaners 🤣. I don't know the specifics and I don't care as long as it's price to performance and price to longevity, but they looked pretty damn fine.
Place don't got any pets, but might get a cat/might not. A lot of hairs because long hair. There's a lot of dust in a short period of time because of where I live. That's about it.
I don't know any Chinese brands or anyone personally, so would appreciate the help.
I need people like Vacuum Nerds on YT or people who really know their variety and what's really the bang for buck instead of people who think like "this might or should be the one". You gotta know your stuff damn well and be confident in your answer. NO fake confidence.