A recent book takes a close look at Apple’s decades-long relationship with China, tracing how one of the world’s most influential companies became deeply enmeshed in the ambitions and realities of a rising superpower. It begins in the late 1990s, when Apple shifted its manufacturing to China, initially to reduce costs. Over time, this evolved […]
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Chopsticks sticking upright in rice is considered taboo in many East Asian cultures, especially in Japan and China, because it resembles incense sticks offered to the dead during funerary rites. It’s associated with death and is seen as disrespectful when done at the dining table. Chinese are forgiving. But show that you respect their culture […]
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In recent years, a significant shift has occurred in the educational aspirations of China’s middle class. Once eager to send their children abroad for higher education, many parents are now reconsidering this path. The allure of foreign degrees, particularly from Western institutions, is waning due to a combination of geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainties, and evolving […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Beijing on Tuesday during Lula’s state visit to China. Xi noted that, following the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries last year, China and Brazil had elevated their ties to a community with a shared future aimed at […]
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The company aims to challenge the dominant local player by offering lower commission rates to restaurants and subsidizing delivery fees for customers. Operating under its international brand, Meituan plans to introduce its superapp model, which integrates food delivery with other services like hotel bookings and financial products. The company intends to recruit 50,000 delivery riders […]
Chinese firms are attempting to step out of their comfort zones and expand internationally as domestic competition intensifies. This shift has resulted in learning curves, labor law violations, and more diverse supply chains. A BYD manager’s claim on social media that “foreign forces” and some domestic media are deliberately slandering Chinese brands and the country […]
