Revival of China's civilization gives legitimacy to its rise
In fact, China's system and values are increasingly moving toward universal characteristics. The new international economic order proposed by China after the financial crisis has some universal values.
No justification is required for country's rejuvenation
With thousands of years of civilization and the wisdom of the Chinese people, China will improve its development and ruling mode so as to form a convincing and superior Chinese mode, leading the world out of its current plight.
Movie not a sole standard measuring media progress
The film being aired on CCTV can be seen as a diversified offering of entertainment programs in today's China.
Mask of V not hiding instrument of social change
V for Vendetta being aired on Chinese television is a breath of fresh air which will hopefully not be an isolated event. However, it really reflects an increasingly pluralized and diverse Chinese society, ranging from discussions on Weibo to the Party's internal decision-making.
Customary spanking doesn't cross boundary into abuse
The horrifying case of Lele from Changle county, Shandong Province, a six-year-old girl whose teacher encouraged the other children to take turns hitting her, has shocked Chinese netizens. But the corporal punishment of children continues to be legally and socially sanctioned in China. Does spanking serve to cover up worse abuse? Should the law step in?
US pivot doesn't affect NATO's Asian partnerships
NATO is not seeking new members in other regions, and NATO's partners in other regions are not seeking NATO membership.
European powers no longer have role across Pacific
While NATO may have an extra-regional role to play in certain cases such as in fighting piracy off Somalia, it would be a serious mistake for NATO to attempt to intervene in East Asian politics.
US has shed all credibility over Iranian nuclear issue
A US so wedded to unilateral action is unlikely to feel bound by any agreements made, whether through the P5+1 talks or other parties.
Washington pushes China to get serious about sanctions
China supports nuclear nonproliferation. It should support all efforts to bring Iran back to the negotiating table.
Arrival of Chinese fleet rattles EU
Recent visits by the Chinese fifth fleet to Mediterranean ports have left some European commentators wondering if this is a sign of China's growing naval influence. Did the ships have plans to link up with the Russian navy? Are such visits a forerunner of wider Chinese intentions? The Global Times invited two experts to comment.
Boys in makeup: a threat to social vitality?
China's boys are said to be facing a "crisis of masculinity," as today's society gives more advantages to people who are obedient and docile. Meanwhile, increasing media coverage of boys and men who bend gender roles has left some defenders of the traditional order unsettled. Are China's boys too coddled? Should they grow beards and scratch themselves in public, rather than wearing lipstick and holding hands? The Global Times invited two writers to contribute on this subject.
TV drains us of ability to make our own decisions
The information provided by TV seems neither up to the minute, nor comprehensive. TV reaches into millions of homes, but its scope is far more limited than is claimed.
Broadcast advantages still strong in Internet age
TV is playing a less important role now, and the shows do need to be improved. But it's far too early to say it's time for TV to die out.
Trade war looms as US flounders to find recovery
Trade disputes between China and the US have become increasingly intense lately. Such conflicts will inevitably have an unforeseeable impact on the recovery of the global economy, especially considering the sizes of the two countries’ economies.
Don't exaggerate range of global protectionism
Protectionism is not the main trend in the global economy, nor is it growing between the US and China. This is shown both by factual economic trends and considering the underlying forces at work. Protectionist measures affect trade at the margins but do not alter the core of world trade which continues to expand.
Han in Xinjiang victims of favorable minority policies
For a long time, ethnic minority students have enjoyed preferential policies in the national college entrance exam.
Whining from majority about affirmative action misplaced
China's ethnic policies were created based on national realities, the country's history and modern practical experiences in ethnic minority governance, as well as Marxist ideology on this matter. The policies are of significant importance in fostering equal, united, mutually beneficial and harmonious ethnic relationships in a socialist society.
Real-name policy clamps down on freedom to speak
Some may argue that one has to hide if one is speaking the truth. I suggest they first answer, why is democratic voting always anonymous? Why do professionals remain anonymous when giving peer reviews?