YCW Newsletter (May 2021)
Dear Young China Watchers,
It’s been an interesting month for China watching. Xi’s participation in the Leaders Summit on Climate made us all a little — tiny bit — more optimistic about U.S.-China cooperation in the face of the monumental climate challenge. It’s likely to come up in conversation with Isabel Hilton at YCW London’s event later this month. Be sure to scroll down to register for updates.
In other news, China’s Long March 5B rocket caused quite a stir upon take-off, when Global Times editor Hu Xijin oddly found himself on the receiving end of nationalist outrage, and landing, when debris made an uncontrolled reentry before safely crashing into the Indian Ocean.
In this newsletter you’ll find a webinar recording on careers in China tech, registration info for upcoming events, and interviews on alternative protein, Myanmar, and LAC relations with China.
We’re also proud to share a member discount to SupChina’s Women’s Conference, happening later this week!
Across our global chapters
YCW San Francisco (March 17)
Unlocking a Career with Top Chinese Tech Companies
Are you looking for a tech career in China, but don’t know where to start? YCW’s Michael Kehoe spoke with Alariss co-founders Joyce Zhang Gray and Nicholas Manske about how to get plugged in.
YCW London (April 17)
A Discussion of LGBTQ+ Progress and Activism in China
Visibility for LGBTQ+ peoples across Asia has made significant progress in recent years. Though some areas have regressed under restrictive government policies, sustained activism in mainland China and Hong Kong has unlocked new protections and rights for many of these communities. The recent victories for equality in Taiwan have been an encouraging sign for the region, but barriers still remain when it comes to health, identity, marriage, adoption and religion. YCW London hosted Ivy Wong, Jessie Lau and AJ Song to help explain the changes occurring.
Upcoming events
YCW Beijing (May 11, 7pm CST)
New Approaches to Multilateralism in the 21st Century
Multilateralism faces criticism by major countries, and even proponents question the inclusivity and fairness of the United Nations and the Bretton Woods System. Yet, COVID-19 and climate change remind us that governments must work together to tackle common issues. Join YCW Beijing for a conversation with Sir Danny Alexander about how new approaches to multilateralism can shape the future of international cooperation.
YCW Europe (May 18, 6pm CET)
V4 Series online debate: Navigating the U.S.– China rivalry in Central and Eastern Europe
In the second event of the V4 Series, our European chapters explore the question of how the U.S.– China rivalry plays into Central and Eastern European countries’ relations with China.
YCW London (May 25, 6:30pm BST)
The Geopolitics of Climate Change: China, U.S. & Europe
The first event in the YCW London Climate Series welcomes Isabel Hilton to discuss the geopolitics of climate change. Subscribe to updates from the London chapter to receive the registration details.
Latest from the YCW blog
Ricardo Barrios on China’s presence, Taiwan/China diplomatic efforts and U.S. investment in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Enze Han discusses China’s role in resolving the crisis in Myanmar.
Huiyi Lin discusses the Chinese alternative protein industry, innovation, and food security.
From our partners
SupChina (May 12-13)
The SupChina Women’s Conference
The SupChina Women’s Conference brings together thought leaders and visionaries for an open dialogue about the continuing empowerment of women in Chinese industry, technology, culture and politics — and how they will continue to transform China’s impact in a post-COVID world.
Members of Young China Watchers enjoy 50% off any ticket type for this year’s conference. Enter Member Code WC21YCW to apply the discount.