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23/07/2025

With a PhD in biochemistry and a bespectacled, unassuming appearance, Joe Wong does not fit the profile of a typical comedian. However, his perceptive, cross-cultural humour has endeared him to audiences in the US and China. The Chinese-American comedian tells Lianhe Zaobao journalist Zhang Heyang about his passion for stand-up comedy, performing in Chinese and English, and the challenges of bringing stand-up to China.

With a PhD in biochemistry and a bespectacled, unassuming appearance, Joe Wong does not fit the profile of a typical comedian. However, his perceptive, cross-cultural humour has endeared him to audiences in the US and China. The Chinese-American comedian tells Lianhe Zaobao journalist Zhang Heyang a...

23/07/2025

As Taiwan focused on taking a whole-of-society approach to prepare the military and civilian domains for any contingencies, academic Ghulam Ali deciphers what the recently concluded military exercises can tell us about the island’s defence capabilities.

As Taiwan focused on taking a whole-of-society approach to prepare the military and civilian domains for any contingencies, academic Ghulam Ali deciphers what the recently concluded military exercises can tell us about the island’s defence capabilities.

23/07/2025

While contradictory signals from both sides have made expectations for progress on EU-China relations less straightforward, hopes for a breakthrough at the EU-China summit in Beijing are more than likely to be dashed, says academic Alessandro Albana.

While contradictory signals from both sides have made expectations for progress on EU-China relations less straightforward, hopes for a breakthrough at the EU-China summit in Beijing are more than likely to be dashed, says academic Alessandro Albana.

22/07/2025

The Malaysia-Indonesia Ambalat deal, if well implemented, will further reinforce the practice of joint development as a pragmatic and effective way and a diplomatic norm to handle territorial and maritime disputes, and could offer some lessons for dealings with China in the South China Sea disputes. Malaysian academic Ngeow Chow Bing explains.

The Malaysia-Indonesia Ambalat deal, if well implemented, will further reinforce the practice of joint development as a pragmatic and effective way and a diplomatic norm to handle territorial and maritime disputes, and could offer some lessons for dealings with China in the South China Sea disputes....

22/07/2025

Recent surveys have shown an increased willingness of Taiwanese conscripts to fight in the event of a mainland Chinese invasion, while the average willingness among the Taiwanese public has stayed consistent around 70%. However, is this enough to guarantee US support in the event of war? Lianhe Zaobao journalist Miao Zong-Han speaks with Taiwanese young men and academics to find out more.

Recent surveys have shown an increased willingness of Taiwanese conscripts to fight in the event of a mainland Chinese invasion, while the average willingness among the Taiwanese public has stayed consistent around 70%. However, is this enough to guarantee US support in the event of war? Lianhe Zaob...

22/07/2025

US President Donald Trump is clearly focused on Southeast Asian nations reducing reliance on Chinese supply chains. Vietnam’s transshipment clause and Indonesia’s hefty purchase commitments signal a broader US aim to reshape regional trade dynamics and possibly isolate China economically, but that will be easier said than done, says economist Alicia García Herrero.

US President Donald Trump is clearly focused on Southeast Asian nations reducing reliance on Chinese supply chains. Vietnam’s transshipment clause and Indonesia’s hefty purchase commitments signal a broader US aim to reshape regional trade dynamics and possibly isolate China economically, but th...

21/07/2025

As scandal-hit beverage producer Wahaha grapples with intensified scrutiny from the public and the government, its survival is increasingly in question. Can Wahaha and chairwoman Kelly Zong weather the storm? Lianhe Zaobao correspondent Yu Zeyuan tells us more.

As scandal-hit beverage producer Wahaha grapples with intensified scrutiny from the public and the government, its survival is increasingly in question. Can Wahaha and chairwoman Kelly Zong weather the storm? Lianhe Zaobao correspondent Yu Zeyuan tells us more.

21/07/2025

US rollbacks on green technology and clean energy may provide China with more space to make inroads, but the US market will certainly be difficult to reach, and US allies — those that remain so — will fear becoming dependent on China for these crucial technologies. Academic Erik Baark explains.

US rollbacks on green technology and clean energy may provide China with more space to make inroads, but the US market will certainly be difficult to reach, and US allies — those that remain so — will fear becoming dependent on China for these crucial technologies. Academic Erik Baark explains.

21/07/2025

Even as China voices its support of free trade and is part of relevant international agreements, its actions tell another story. Japanese academic Sukegawa Seiya tells us more.

Even as China voices its support of free trade and is part of relevant international agreements, its actions tell another story. Japanese academic Sukegawa Seiya tells us more.

20/07/2025

[One from our archives] While on an intangible cultural heritage expedition in Changzhou with a group of global experts, cultural historian Cheng Pei-kai tucks into Changzhou's local delights. Trying more than 20 snacks all at once, he was full but could not resist having a taste of thin egg noodles that was a perfect marriage of Suzhou and Shanxi noodles. This is the last article of a four-part series on Changzhou food and drink.

While on an intangible cultural heritage expedition in Changzhou with a group of global experts, cultural historian Cheng Pei-kai tucks into Changzhou's local delights. Trying more than 20 snacks all at once, he was full but could not resist having a taste of thin egg noodles that was a perfect marr...

19/07/2025

Charismatic, elegant and accomplished, Christie’s Liang-lin Chen has captivated social media with her magnetic personality and vast expertise in Chinese ceramics and art. Lianhe Zaobao senior writer Lee Kuo Ai discusses the world of auctions and art with the Taiwanese-born auctioneer.

Charismatic, elegant and accomplished, Christie’s Liang-lin Chen has captivated social media with her magnetic personality and vast expertise in Chinese ceramics and art. Lianhe Zaobao senior writer Lee Kuo Ai discusses the world of auctions and art with the Taiwanese-born auctioneer.

19/07/2025

From time to time, China’s media highlights troubling food safety incidents — from “lymphatic meat” and rotting fruit being chopped up and resold, to sauerkraut stomped on with bare feet. On social media, the list of issues is even longer. But just how common are these problems? How serious can they get? And do people still trust the food they eat? ThinkChina’s Yi Jina and Lu Lingming find out.

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