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Will China's Borders Really Remain Closed for Another Year?

A Wall Street Journal article claimed China would keep current border restrictions for at least another year.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 25 June 2021

Can I Access 2 WeChat Accounts with the Same Phone Number?

WeChat may soon make it possible.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 03 February 2023

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

Macao Opens Up to Foreigners on the Chinese Mainland

The announcement was made by Macao's Health Bureau on August 20.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 22 August 2022

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

Will China Re-Open Its Border Once 80% of Population Vaccinated?

Zhong Nanshan said China must have 80-85% of its population fully vaccinated before re-opening international borders.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 08 October 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