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Chinese Tourists Will Try Local Food but Insist on Dining à La Chinoise

Don't blame them for exporting an arguably superior way of eating.

The News Lens · Feb 13, 2019

ANALYSIS: Will China Help or Hinder the Rise of Africa?

China's plans to boost its investment in Africa have been obstructed by concerns of a 'new colonialism.'

The News Lens · Feb 13, 2019

Taiwan News: Air New Zealand Flight to China Turned Back Over Taiwan Reference

A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.

The News Lens · Feb 13, 2019

'I Won't Stop': Kazakh Man Seeks Justice for Family in Xinjiang Crackdown

'Some Kazakhs were cowards. We don't say anything about what is happening to our neighbors until it happens to us.'

The News Lens · Feb 11, 2019

OPINION: Taiwan Has an Unhealthy Obsession With Tax Cuts

Tax cuts are always popular with voters, but do they really help Taiwan's low-income residents?

The News Lens · Feb 11, 2019

HONG KONG: Time for an End to 'Kung Hei Fat Choi'?

Money does not always equal happiness. Especially in Hong Kong.

The News Lens · Feb 11, 2019

Taiwan News: Transport Ministry Mediates as Pilots' Strike Enters 4th Day

A daily breakdown of Taiwan's top stories and why they matter.

The News Lens · Feb 11, 2019

Taiwan Can Benefit From the US Killing the INF Treaty With Russia

The withdrawal removes a major US handicap in its great power struggle with China.

The News Lens · Feb 8, 2019

ANALYSIS: Lee Ming-che's Release Is Being Complicated by Chinese Belligerence

Speculation that China would negotiate with the KMT for the quiet release of the Taiwanese democracy advocate feels like ancient history.

The News Lens · Feb 8, 2019

4 Reasons Vietnam Is Perfect for the Second Trump-Kim Summit

Donald Trump says the second summit between he and Kim Jong-un is set to take place in Vietnam in late February.

The News Lens · Feb 7, 2019