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Chinese Culture
China's Potential Pitfalls #3: Core Values
By Xue Li
"China’s society has become sick and needs treatment."
South Korea's Love-Hate Relationship With the Chinese Language
By Jin Kai
The use of Chinese characters in South Korea (and related controversies) reveal the intersecting cultures of East Asia.
China's Confucius Institutes and the Soft War
By David Volodzko
With the closing of Confucius Institutes, China may be heading for a "soft power" war with the West.
The Changing Face of Sichuan Opera
By David Volodzko
An ancient Chinese art form might have to go global to survive.
Why Does Chinese Alcohol Taste So Awful?
By David Volodzko
China's baijiu gets a bad rap for its powerful flavor, but it's a wonderfully complex drink.
How Chinese and Americans Understand Culture
By Brent Crane
The two countries seem to have very different perspectives when it comes to their culture.
The Chinese Communist Party's Confucian Revival
By Jin Kai
Xi Jinping's emphasis on Confucius has a modern-day political purpose.
China and Nation Branding
By Nicholas Dynon
Beijing’s “all-culture” focus is delivering a poor return on its soft power investment.
Hu: China in Cultural War
Hu Jintao warns China is engaged in a cultural war with the West and hostile international forces.
Tiger Mothers To Be Celebrated?
Chinese-American author Amy Chua’s book has shaken up the image of Asian moms—for good or for bad?
Karaoke, Ancient Harmony?
A popular modern pastime in countries like China and Japan, karaoke’s roots may actually lie in ancient philosophy.
Ai Weiwei, Art 'Godfather'
Experts following the recent ‘art crackdown’ in China suggest Ai draws a distinct line between his activism and art.