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Alternative Dispute Resolution; Mediation in Community Governance

Community is the grassroots organisation of civil society and the embodiment and requirement of modern social governance. With the progress of social modernisation, Chinese society has entered a phase of social diversification and diversified individual development.  The development of social...

The Nanjinger Back Issues – Volume XIV

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Journey to the West; Xinjiang by Bike with No Permit Required

It has been 10 long years in the waiting, but this summer I arrived; Xinjiang Tian Shan (新疆天山), the Heavenly Mountains. My Journey to the West was to begin.  等待已经10年了,但今年夏天我到达了;新疆天山,天山。 我的西方之旅要开始了。 Bikepacking out from Kuqa (库车), the land is barren with...

What Progress is China Making Toward a Pet Friendly Society?

Increasingly recognising the significance of pets and their positive impact on human well-being, societies are reevaluating their approach to pet ownership. This shift not only acknowledges the profound influence of our dear friends, but also emphasises the importance of...

Mobile Payments in China; Convenience, Regulations & Legal Implications

Digital payments have revolutionised the way we handle transactions and China has emerged as a global leader in mobile-payment adoption, with the rapid proliferation of smartphone usage and the technological prowess of Chinese companies, mobile payments have become an...

Dancing “Da Ma”! Suzhou Holds Fitness Square Dance Competition

A total of more than 200 people in 12 teams took part in the "Xujiang Cup” in Wuzhong District on 8 August, as means to celebrate the 15th National Fitness Day. Full story (in Chinese) via this link.

Perceptions of Justice; the Law vs. Philosophy

The term Justice has been used since ancient times and has entered the vocabulary of various nations. The essence and content of justice, its relationship with law as a normative regulator of social relations has often been the subject...

Influence of Ancient Greek God, Hermes, on Legal Profession

Hermeneutics is the area of study that explains written texts, rooted from Hermes in ancient Greek mythology. Hermes, the god of commerce, god of travellers and messenger of the gods, bears the heavy responsibility of transmitting the oracle to...

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Shanghai’s Railway Map Shifts East; Cross City to Hongqiao soon but a Memory

For years, Shanghai’s high-speed rail map has pulled passengers towards Hongqiao. That balance is beginning to change. New stations...

Shiseido Sues Aldi over a ¥24.9 Primer that Resembles Its ¥540 Rival

Shiseido has sued Aldi China, the product's manufacturer and an Aldi Shanghai store operator over unfair competition, arguing that...

Forty Tables Became Twenty; Then the Bookings Stopped

Susu has sold wedding banquets at one of the biggest hotels in her small town in northern China for...

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