Opinion & Analysis

What is Responsible Modernization?

So that the year may not have been endured in vain, the EO urges Chinese to find time to reflect on 2008 and China's path to modernization.

Zhong Weizhi | 2009-01-09

OPINION

Fuel Tax: Many Questions left Unanswered

The government has recently saught public feedback on the draft fuel tax scheme, but limited information disclosure has failed to bring about intelligent discourse, says commentator Wen Zhao.

Wen Zhao | 2008-12-18

OPINION

What Kind of US President Would Chinese Like?

Wen Zhao, vice-chief editor of the EO, comments on what kind of US president China would want to work with.

Wen Zhao | 2008-11-05

OPINION

Rethinking The Makeover of Urban Villages

After a field study visit to Shenzhen's urban villages, scholar Zhang Shuguang reflects upon the local government's logic in pushing for a makeover in these havens for low-income groups.

Zhang Shuguang | 2008-10-14

ANALYSIS

Suggested Chinese Responses to US Credit Crisis

A widening US financial crisis has sparked fear that it will evolve into a global one, China should seize the chance now to push for changes in the international monetary system.

Cao Honghui | 2008-09-24

OPINION

Who is Responsible for the Tainted Milk?

Over 20% of Chinese dairy makers are found to have used toxic substance in their production, and some are government-endorsed award winning top brands. Should the quality control watchdog take the blame too?

Wen Zhou | 2008-09-18

OPINION

Opportunities in Record High PPI

While small and medium Chinese companies are hard pressed by the rising producer's prices, the state-owned enterprises have the advantage to survive and likely emerge as super giants later.

Wen Zhao | 2008-08-14