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You May Need to Quarantine for 21 Days in Beijing

An announcement by the Beijing Information Office on January 5 gave a clear picture of what the '14+7' quarantine policy will entail.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 07 January 2021

The Curious History of China's Inside-Painted Snuff Bottle

The quaint little pieces of art have an interesting backstory, one which weaves together the history of tobacco, royalty and art in China. Today, inside-painting of snuff bottles is...

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 11 December 2020

The Beijing Central Axis – 6 Places You May Not Have Visited

These six places along the Central Axis offer alternatives to the more well-known tourist hot spots.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 19 February 2021

Is Ctrip CEO Right About China’s Border Opening in Half a Year?

The CEO of China’s leading travel agency made the prediction at a forum on Thursday, December 9.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 13 December 2021

Who Has Priority for China's COVID-19 Vaccine?

The Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine will first be available to nine priority groups.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 04 January 2021

Tian Han – The Man Who Wrote the Chinese National Anthem

Tian Han's Beijing ancestral home lies in Xiguan Hutong, Dongcheng district.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 26 February 2021

China's After School Training Centers are Struggling to Survive

As many training centers continue to recover from the effects of COVID-19, the sector has now been hit with new laws which effectively ban after-school tutoring in core subjects. Some...

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 30 September 2021