Time to Stop Pining for ‘Authentic' Hutongs

<正>As a foreigner anywhere,it is important to make an effort to experience the cultura heritage of the city you are in.In Paris you should visit Montmartre,in London you can’t miss Buckingham Palace,and before you leave Sydney,a trip to the Blue Mountains is essential For Beijing,the unquestionable birthplace of Chinese culture is buried deep within the city’s ancient hutongs.Having once been at the nucleus of dynastic life and culture,the hutongs of Beijing have faced a turbulent journey to modernity.Their     

Fruitful or Futile Training?

ARE you encountering problems with Chinese employees?Maybe when you tell them how to complete their tasks,they ignore your instructions.Before you conclude that Chinese employees are hopelessly untrainable,I would like you to consider the difference between coaching and training.For those of you who lack management experience,let me explain the major difference.Training is direct;the person who gives the training is 100 percent in charge.He or she controls each phase of the training process and the specific content.On the other hand,coaching involves a lot of interaction.The coach plays the role of host,and     

The Centuries-Old Dream of Flight

A sky densely dotted with kites is one of China's most joyful sights. As you approachTian'anmen Square and observe colored points among the clouds you might feel puzzled as to what exactly is going on. Then you see the people holding silk strings, faces upturned, and everything is explained: you have come along on a great day for kite flying.     

Family Tradition Continues At the St. Regis Beijing

<正>Festival Reunion Dinner The upcoming festival season is the time for family reunions.Celebrate Spring Festival with those you love most with exquisite delicacies at the St.Regis Beijing and please allow us to wish you and your family a happy and prosperous Chinese New year!The impeccably luxurious     

Grand Festival Celebration

<正>Continuing its merry and festive traditions,the Grand Hyatt Beijing at Oriental Plaza is excited to welcome you to an array of activities and outstanding dining options to celebrate this joyous season.Gather around your family and friends to revel in the Christmas gourmet extravaganza at the Grand Café,while the acclaimed Da Giorgio     

A Perfect Day

THERE are days where There's not a glitch. Everythng you expect happens,and then more comes along,not because you ask,but because it just does.It's the way Iife is supposed to be when life is     

Cheering by Numbers

It's no secret that Beijing is going all out to ensure the Olympics go off without a hitch.Think about it,how often do you get the chance to be the host and invite the entire world into your living room.Not only do you spruce up the place,polish the family silver and dish up the best meal you can afford, but also more importantly you make sure all your family members behave well. We've had the campaign to help Beijingers clean up their act,so to speak,when it comes to the Three S's—shoving,spitting and swear- ing—kudos to the municipal govemment on     

On the Right Road

<正>People’s China:Last year,when talking about China’s supply-side structural reform,you said the Chinese Government has the capability to ensure healthy performance of the economy and insisted that it is unnecessary to worry about the country’s economic growth.As you expected,the Chinese economy maintains a strong uptrend this year.What makes you so confident in the Chinese economy?     

New Year Celebrations at The Ritz-Carlton,Beijing

<正>During this magnificent time of the year,there is nothing better than celebrating and cherishing your wonderful moments with loved ones.Let our cream-of-the-crop staff at The Ritz-Carlton,Beijing craft exquisite culinary experiences just for you to remember forever.Aroma New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet Let us serve you even on the last day of the year to celebrate and welcome 2016 with our wonderfully prepared spread at Aroma.     

Crossing Over

Coming to China was the easy part; making meaningful connec- tions with Chinese peo- ple and their culture has proven much trickier. This is partly a uni- versal phenomenon and partly a specifically Chinese conundrum. Forgive the cynicism, but it often seems as if an outgoing Chinese person has only one of two moti- vations in mind: to sell you some- thing or to speak a little English. Perhaps that is what is so refresh-     

FROM GIVER TO PARTNER

China adds fresh elements of cooperation and partnership to traditional friendhip with Africa About 2,500 years ago,Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu said,"Give a mana fish and you feed him for a day;teach him how to fish and you feedhim for a lifetime."Now this ancientwisdom is being implemented to strengthenthe China-Africa friendship in a modern context.In early May,Chinese Premier Li Keqiangmade his first state visit to Africa after taking of-fice in March last year.Li’s trip upgraded China-Africa relations into"version 2.0,"in whichtraditional assistance programs will be supplemented by economic cooperation and culturalexchange.     

The Secret of China’s Development

China is undergoing the fastest development in history–one that has invigorated the country and changed the world. China therefore stands out in the international community.Many people wonder what the secret of this astonishing development is. But if you were to ask a thousand people what they thought, you would get a thousand and one     

Doctor's Orders

"To become a doctor is like becoming a bomb expert: It takes a long time to learn this skill; you must use care and intuition; and you must understand that your work has grave consequences for those around     

Fashion:Durable Transience

EVER had one of those guilty moments when you’ve just spent a small fortune on an item of "fashion," and you dare not admit it to yourself, let alone to your sensible spouse? After all, it will be outdated by next season, won’t it? As we all know, fashion is the most transient of things, and therefore is one of the great extravagances in life. Or is it?     

A Nice Place to Live

Walking into Tengtou Village, it is hard to associate it with the traditional image of China's countryside: poor, dirty and backward. It is nothing like that, but rather, presents a clean, beautiful picture, making you feel as if you are entering a garden. Everywhere you can see trees and flowers. The villagers here live in houses arranged in neat rows. Tourists are busy visiting this featured ecological showplace.     

Christmas cheer in China

T he Great Dragon has been courting foreign business and cultural aspects for more than two decades now, and what is perhaps the West's biggest commer- cial festival is becoming more and more popular here with every passingyear. Welcome to China, Christmas. Saint Nicholas, Santa, Papa Noel, Father Christ-mas--call him what you will--but walk down any of Beijing's high streets, andyou'll see him winking at you, reminding you that he knows exactly just who's b…     

Blissful Summer Afternoons at Peacock Alley

<正>Waldorf Astoria Beijing’s new tea time treats make it all better as temperatures soar.When it seems hotter than ever and the hustle and bustle of city life is making you blue,escape to the cool comfort and elegant surroundings of Peacock Alley.     

Human Rights Protection Under China''''s Judicial System——An Interview with Xiao Yang, President of the Supreme People''''s Court of the People''''s Republic of China

Question: As you know. attention is now growing in China and outside to judicial protection of human rights. As President of the Supreme People's Court and China's top judge, would you make some comments on protection of human rights under China's juridical system?     

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