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How and Where to Get an Abortion in Beijing

How and Where to Get an Abortion in Beijing

Posted by | Jun 18, 2021 | , , |

According to China’s Health and Family Planning Statistical Yearbook, more than 9 million women had abortions in 2017, and compared to many Western countries, abortions at any stage of pregnancy are a fairly routine procedure in Chinese hospitals. While that might make them easy to get, it does not necessarily lessen the stress of seeking one out in a foreign country. Here's what you can expect and how to go about getting an abortion in China. What are abortions like in China? Patients seeking to terminate a pregnancy are not required to attend counseling sessions or seek parental consent. Following normal intake procedures,...

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Getting Tested for STDs in Beijing: Where to Go and What to Do

Getting Tested for STDs in Beijing: Where to Go and What to Do

Posted by | Jun 18, 2021 | |

Did you know that even if you use condoms or dental dams, you could still contract an STD? So whether it’s a routine screening or following an unexpected night out, getting regular check-ups on your sexual health is an important part of your overall healthcare routine and can save you a lot of hassle and headache – not to mention other aches – later on.  Here are some key tips and tricks to make sure you’re in the clear. Where can I get tested for STDs? Beijing United Family Hospital and Raffles are both easy options for non-Mandarin speakers. The Sino-Japanese Friendship Hospital...

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What is ‘China Risk’ and Why Global Companies Can’t Ignore It

What is ‘China Risk’ and Why Global Companies Can’t Ignore It

Posted by | Jun 6, 2021 | |

A leading voice on China’s role in the global economy, Political Economist Dr. Shirley Yu is highly sought after whenever China is making global headlines (which is often). With a PhD in Political Economy from Peking University and a Master’s degree in Government from Harvard, Yu’s career has taken her from Wall Street to a leading news anchor role in China and much more. She is at the forefront of China policy, and a contributor to the Financial Times. Below, Yu shares insight into her career in China policy and discusses her media ventures. How’d you get started in...

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How China’s Baijiu is Entering a New Era of Innovation

How China’s Baijiu is Entering a New Era of Innovation

Posted by | Jun 3, 2021 | , |

We’ve all encountered baijiu somewhere – perhaps toasting at a wedding banquet, sealing a new business deal, or greeting the sunrise with the lads outside of a 7-Eleven. But with China becoming increasingly international, the question remains whether the Middle Kingdom’s national liquor will find global recognition or fade into obscurity. Big baijiu is placing its bets on where and how to stay relevant in a rapidly changing market. Despite seeing massive growth in recent years, the baijiu industry is at a crossroads. Baijiu’s major consumer group is over 60 years old, while the younger generation of Chinese drinkers...

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Yes, Foreigners Can Use China’s New E-CNY Digital Currency

Yes, Foreigners Can Use China’s New E-CNY Digital Currency

Posted by | May 21, 2021 | |

China has launched its own digital payment method, the Central Bank Digital Currency (数字人民币 in Chinese) and is rolling it out in shops around the country. Different from WeChat Pay and Alipay that are run by private corporations, the digital yuan is issued by the Chinese government through the People’s Bank of China.   You don’t need to be a China expert to know that a digital currency run by the government will roll out fast, and most likely take over the dominant position currently held by Tencent and Alibaba's payment systems.   And the good news: Foreigners can...

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