Mainland China

There has been a huge uproar in recent years about the major differences of rule of law between Hong Kong and Mainland China. The fact that Hong Kong used to be an important colonial port of British Empire for quite a long time has certainly left its mark. Obviously, the laws and accordingly concept of rule of law in both of these countries have a long history and tradition. The problem for Hong Kong is the major differences with which British and Chinese societies were moving forward over the centuries. For both of those countries, the laws were established according to the society requirements. They were the result of a class war and were therefore in the interests of absolute majority of the people. Hong Kong, on the other hand was just…

We all have or will experience something or someone from another part of the world. There are three different ways that America has influenced the world, through culture, american ideas, and music. There are different countries that America has influenced including China and Mexico. China has taken in Mcdonalds into part of their lifestyle and Gap Clothing in their style with music. Africa has made a good influence on the U.S by bringing their cooking, music, and art styles with them. Mexico has…

LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) tourism is a term to replace ‘gay tourism’. They usually open-minded with their sexual orientation and gender identity. (Hughes, 2004) Over the past decade, Hong Kong has been relying too much on the mainland visitors since the Individual Visit Scheme in 2003. However, Hong Kong residents are resisting to receive more mainland travelers because of the cultural differences and government policies. While nowadays, many countries start targeting the…

That is the proper way to do these things. And never forget to wash your hands before and afterwards! This custom does not seem to be practiced on the mainland at all, much to my disgust. I’ve been carrying around a waterskin just for this purpose since I began training under Doctor Valeron. How this city hasn’t been scoured by some mass-spread plague is beyond me, with these ignorant practices. What a start to this journey, no? Already I have performed my first surgery not a day after I arrive.…

abuse, moving to the mainland U.S. alone, raising three kids more or less on her own, and fighting cancer made her who she is today? She answered “it made me very strong”. I was stunned by her strength and perseverance. I then asked her how her relationship with her father and extended family is today. She said that her relationship with her father is much better, although I could sense a continued internal struggle with this issue based on her body language and lack of direct eye contact.…

If you were a teen, would you go boating by yourself? Boating is “rowing or sailing in boats as a sport or form of recreation” according to google dictionary. The article “Boating Starts Early for Many South Florida Water Kids” indicates that many children start boating when they’re little. “Parents of Rescued Teenage Sailor Abby Sunderland Accused of Risking Her Life” by Paul Harris and “Families Call Off Search for Missing Florida Teens” by CBS News are the two main articles that will be used…

provokes the basic practice in human relationship. One does not hold the authority unless the others allow you to, it is like a king will not be a king unless the community allows you to do so. That being said, what makes Hong Kong an interesting character? It is the freedom that we receive from both British and China. Hong Kong will not be able to develop its unique identity if there are too many restrictions. Trace back to the policy…

Life in hawaii is easy for me compared to Kahu in NZ. Even though Kahu is younger than me the life people and community is different. My parents spoil me and I'm always usually just hanging out or doing what i want to do. Where as Kahu it seems like she puts everyone before her and is always helping out. One thing i think Kahu and I have in common is tat we both have families that weened to deal with. We are in different situations but we still just want everything to be alright in the end. Kahu…

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, and China Relations A myriad of elemental factors have affected, and continue to affect, Sino-American relations. One factor, which has played a role in developing the complex relationship between the United States and China, is Taiwan. The purpose of this essay is to contrast the United States’ ever-changing stance on the “One-China” framework, against mainland China’s solid vision of its “One-China” principle. The observation of United States’ flailing stance on the issue of Taiwan, is…