The Progress and Deuelopment of Xinjiang Is a Successful Practice of Chinese Ethnic Policies

The White Paper on the Development and Progress of Xinjiang was issued on September 21, 2009. The Paper states that the development and progress of Xinjiang is an achievement by joint efforts of Xinjiang people of different nationalities with the ultimate aim of unity, and is also a successful practice of Chinese ethnic policies.     

Where did the Daur come from？

The name Khitan refers both to the name of a kingdom in Chinese history and also to an ethnic group. After the Ming Dynasty （1368-1644） the name Khitan was replaced by Daur. The great kingdom of Khitan, or Liao, was founded in 907 AD, when Yelu Abaoji was elected as head of all the tribes and ruled as Khan, or Emperor. From that time on, the Khitan people reigned across northern China, northern and central Asia for 307 years, co-existing with three other kingdoms, the Western Xia, Southern Song and Jin.     

THE FIRST,THE TOP,THE LEADING,THE MOST——Garze HAS THEM ALL

The first regional ethnic autonomous prefecture in China
The People＇s Government of Xikang Tibetan Autonomous Region was founded on November 24, 1950. The first regional ethnic autonomous power after the founding of People＇s Republic of China, it was later restructured as a prefecture. Sangjiyuexi （Tianbao） was its chairman, with Xiakedaodeng, Awangjiacuo and Luosangqinba serving as vice-chairmen. Of all the 28 places on the regional committee,     

面包加玫瑰

当我们前进,前进在美好的时光,在成千上万个昏暗的厨房和灰蒙蒙的厂房里,我们感到突然照射进来的和煦阳光,为了要人民听到我们的歌声:面包加玫瑰,面包加玫瑰。当我们前进,前进,我们带来更美好的时光,妇女的觉醒意味着一个族群的崛起,在别人休息的时候,不再有苦工和临时工在辛苦劳动,我们要分享生命的荣光:面包加玫瑰,面包加玫瑰。注:1908年3月8日,在美国纽约市纺织工会的领导下,纽约劳动妇女上街游行,要求选举权,禁止血汗工厂和使用童工,得到了美国广大劳动妇女的热烈响应,她们的口号是“面包加玫瑰”(bread and roses),表明她们不仅求温饱,…     

A New Era of Sino-Latin American Relations

The year 2006 saw enhanced political trust, even closer economic interdependency, and deepened strategic partnership between China and many Latin American countries. It is fair to say that Sino-Latin American relations have entered a new phase.     

China and the World： Harmony in Economic Growth

China's rise has focused international attention in recent years and China Studies now tops the agenda of academia and decision-making circles around the world.The reasons can be traced to tremendous transformations that have occurred in China since it launched reforms and opening-up policies. These changes have given rise to adjustments in the global economy and ensuing shifts in the North-South power balance. In fact, China has increasingly evolved into a driving force for the global economy,providing it with opportunities for expansion and providing it with a more spacious, relaxed environment. Such a win-win situation benefits sustainable global growth.Therefore, a correct grasp of the channels for this interaction and recognition of the harmony in growth between China and the world is crucial, both for China's further integration into the world, and the world's better understanding of this rising Asian power.     

China-EU Relationship

The China-EU relationship attracted global interest in 2006. On the one hand, cooperation between China and the EU was making good progress, but on the other, there were challenges facing both, leading some international policy analysts to conclude that the honeymoon period between China and the EU was over.     

Flavors of Linxia--Deep-fried Treats

Youzha guoguo are deep-fried pastries made by Muslims in Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province when celebrating the Eid at the end of Ramadan. At this time, every household serves up a lavish spread of these home-made snacks, partly to treat their guests and partly for show. Also, when visiting at the end of fasting or when ＂giving Salaam,＂ a bag of these pastries is a popular gift.     

Handmade Silver Drnaments

These photos were photographed in Wudou Village, Huahenyamou County, Western Hunan, 2012. The most popular traditional ornaments of Miao people are silver, and there is a multiplicity of types, catering for every part of the body, from head to toe： there are ornaments for head, neck, shoulder, chest, waist, feet and hands. Each accessory comes in many styles, which are exquisitely designed by Miao silversmiths drawing inspiration from the life and work of their people. The silver ornaments are the perfect blend of taste and esthetic sensibility, reflecting the cultural values and the esthetic preferences of the Miao people.