"China is my first post. I was pretty lucky to have the chance to work in a country where everything is going on," says Laura Silva, first sectary of the Uruguayan Embassy in Beijing. During a recent interview with ...
Whenever the Western world misinterprets China,she faces the challenge.With her grace,wisdom,resolve,capability and vast experience,she acts as a bridge across the cultural divide.As a Chinese ambassador praised by fo...
Shan Chengjun, an 89-year-old retired bank employee, lives on Jiulianzi Lane, in Beijing's Xicheng District. His neighbors affectionately call him "Grandfather Shan," or "the people's diplomat," because Shan and his f...
I'm a Singaporean born and raised. Singapore is a young country, only 37 years old, so Iliterally grew up with the country. In 30 years, I saw Singapore transform itself from agrubby slum to a thriving, modem city. To...
The refreshing, expressive and unrestrained style of actress Xu Qing has made her the idol of many young people. In 1999, she was awarded first place among the Most Outstanding Film Stars, and was commended as the act...
Women politicians, writers, historians, artists, scientists and strategists have made outstanding contributions throughout Chinese history. By using intelligence and talent, they won the respect of the people of their...