Translation Tuesday: Chinese High-Speed Rail: Go Overseas and Share the Benefits with the World

By Laiyin Yuan Author: Qi Zhongxi, Fan Xi, Liu Shiping, Su Xiaozhou, Chu Xiaoliang, Yang Jian, Wu Hao Translator: Laiyin Yuan Published on: 01/26/2015 Source: Xinhua News Agency Original text (in Chinese): http://news.xinhuanet.com/fortune/2015-01/26/c_1114135389.htm From the “promotion” of Chinese leaders during overseas visits to business development, Chinese high-speed rail (HSR) is accelerating “going overseas.” The cooperation between Chinese […]

Translation Tuesday: Africa: You Probably Have a Number of Misconceptions about It

By Zander Rounds Author: Kong Shuyao Translator: Zander Rounds Published on: 12/21/2014 Source: Chengdu Business News Original Text (in Chinese): http://e.chengdu.cn/page/1/2014-12/21/09/2014122109_pdf.pdf Addressing common misconceptions about Africa, Kong Shuyao draws on personal experience living in Lagos and engaging with locals, adding depth and nuance to conversations about Africa. While this piece was written for a Chinese audience, it […]