Ancient Medicine, Modern Practice: TCM’s Role in Modern Medicine
Join us (the US Heartland China Association) for "Ancient Medicine, Modern Practice: TCM’s Role in Modern Medicine," a thought-provoking webinar exploring the intersection of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western medical practices today. Featuring a panel of leading experts from the U.S. and China, this event will delve into the growing role of TCM in an integrated approach to address some of the most pressing health challenges in our time. With a special focus on rural and under-served communities, the discussion will highlight how ancient healing traditions can be thoughtfully incorporated into modern healthcare systems to improve outcomes and expand access.
Even 15,000KM Can't Keep Us Apart - by Ethan Knecht (cpsi.media)
The PRC hosted the fourth China-CELAC ministerial summit in Beijing on May 13. Dozens of Latin American and Caribbean leaders met with their Chinese counterparts to announce new investments (including $5 billion in new investments just in Brazil alone), a new $9.2 billion line of credit, new visa-free access for five countries (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru and Uruguay), and a pledge to increase Chinese imports of LAC goods. The summit also produced a joint declaration and an action plan. Three Latin American presidents, namely Chilean President Boric, Colombian President Petro, and Brazilian President Lula, attended the summit in person. Notably, President Xi used his speech to criticize U.S. unilateralism and protectionism. Interestingly, representatives from two Taiwanese diplomatic partners, Haiti and St. Lucia, also attended the summit.
Key Macroeconomic Indicators
China's economy withstood pressure and maintained stable growth in April, continuing on a path of positive development amid internal challenges and increasing external shocks, an official of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said on May 19.
Changsha, the capital of Hunan province - photos
… Finally, let me share some photos of my recent trips to Changsha, the capital of Hunan province. I have become increasingly fond of this city, where my company now has its headquarters.
Little-known fact: This is the only city in China whose name has not changed in 3000 years. But it’s also one of the youngest and most vibrant cities in China right now.
Young Chinese put retirement plans on hold amid slowing economy, demographic crisis | South China Morning Post (scmp.com)
As China grapples with a rapidly ageing population, Beijing urges employees to plan ahead – but is anybody listening?
Why China’s yuan needs Hong Kong to reach new international heights | South China Morning Post (scmp.com)
Anyone seeking evidence that international businesses are actively looking to diversify from the US dollar can find it in Qatar, according to Mary Huen Wai-yi, chairwoman of the Hong Kong Association of Banks.
Businesses in the affluent Middle Eastern nation are keen to take advantage of the yuan, also known as the renminbi (RMB), by using a “toolbox” available in Hong Kong, she said after returning from a government-led trip two weeks ago.
China greenlights mega-project canal linking resource-rich Jiangxi to wealthy Zhejiang | South China Morning Post (scmp.com)
A new 767-kilometre-long canal linking the inland rare earth hub of Jiangxi province with the eastern coastal powerhouse of Zhejiang has officially been included in the government’s agenda, according to a recently released policy document, as the Chinese government steps up efforts to expand its inland waterway network.
China already boasts a sprawling web of high-speed rail and highways that reach deep into nearly every corner of the country, but officials have increasingly turned to rivers and artificial waterways – part of a broader push to lower logistical costs and integrate less-developed inland regions with wealthier coastal hubs, analysts said.
The Jiangxi-Zhejiang Canal is part of a mega-project aimed at connecting Guangdong, Jiangxi and Zhejiang by water. It is expected to become the most expensive artificial canal ever built in China, with an estimated investment of 320 billion yuan (US$44.4 billion), nearly three times that of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge.
What can Hong Kong learn from Shanghai’s aggressive mega-event strategy? | South China Morning Post (scmp.com)
In terms of booking international superstars, Shanghai already has the lead. The mainland Chinese metropolis hosted two concerts by American diva Mariah Carey last week and will welcome renowned singer Katy Perry on stage on November 24 and 25.
Zhang Qi, the city’s cultural and tourism deputy director, earlier dropped a bombshell when he revealed that local officials had concluded preliminary talks with Taylor Swift’s team, adding that he felt optimistic that she would perform in Shanghai this year.
This weekly newsletter is put together by DeLisle Worrell, President of the ABCF. Visit us at Association for Barbados China Friendship | (abcf-bb.com).
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The ABCF mission is to build a deeper understanding between the Chinese people and Barbadians and Caribbean people from all walks of life. The association’s focus is on personal experiences, people-to-people contact, cultural exchanges and exchanges of ideas, and the facilitation of travel, business and study. From the outset we aim to learn from and build on the experiences of the Caribbean and China, and to develop mutual understandings and support that will be to the benefit of both sides.
