Today's Links: AirAsia flies Beijing, Ma Ying-jeou's Facebook fine and patriotism lessons for Hong KongersPhoto by @I2p. A few links to start off your day:This is major: The region's biggest budget airline AirAsia dumps Tianjin for Beijing this June.Taiwan’s president Ma Ying-jeou fined for urging electorate on Facebook to vote for him on election day.Currently debated in Hong Kong: Patriotism lessons and a... continue reading on Shanghaiist
Yu Jianrong's proposal for remembering the Cultural Revolution, which began 46 years ago today"On 16 May 1966, the Chinese Communist Party launched the Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution and unleashed the Ten Years of Turmoil. I suggest that we set this day aside as a National Day of Reflection. Here's what I've learnt: Blind belief in any one group or leader will not... continue reading on Shanghaiist
Economist Mao Yushi on what really goes on behind the gates of the National Development and Reform Commission"There are indeed many problems going on at the National Development and Reform Commission. I live just opposite their building and can see what's going on very clearly. On our road, you'll find many gift shops. All these people coming from out-of-town enter the building with big and small... continue reading on Shanghaiist
Paul Luyeye and Martha Makuena, the Congolese proprietors of China's first authentic African hair salon located in Beijing speak to China Daily.... continue reading on Shanghaiist
3 expat service centres open in Minhang districtBeijing police may have just launched a 100-day crackdown against illegal foreigners, but here in Shanghai, three so-called "Foreigners Service Centers" have opened in Minhang district. They aim to help facilitate foreigners' residence, employment registration and visa applications, according to Shanghai Daily:After the success of a similar center in... continue reading on Shanghaiist
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