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In Papua New Guinea, Young Chinese Migrants Begin a Quiet Second Act

Articles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants.

FEATURES

For decades, Chinese migrants flocked to the resource-rich island to earn quick money and move on. Now, as China’s presence grows across the Pacific, a younger generation is choosing to stay.

China’s Universities Bet on STEM. Arts Grads Bet on Themselves

With humanities programs shrinking and competition at record highs, China’s liberal arts grads are learning to code, mastering data skills, and racing to pivot in an economy increasingly shaped by STEM.

Exhausted and Alone, China’s Single Moms Are Moving in Together

China has nearly 30 million single mothers. Now, many are finding support by moving in together, splitting bills, sharing child care, and building households outside the traditional family model.

Three and Easy: Racers Find a ‘Midlife Fix’ in Triathlons

Timely reports on issues and events from across China. Drawing on a vast range of sources, these succinct articles provide insights into the significance of each issue in a wider context.

NEWS

Though physically demanding, the sport has boomed among China’s middle-aged, helping them stay fit and achieve a healthy work-life balance.

In China’s Factory Belt, Workers Race to Survive the Robot Era

A nationwide reskilling push aims to prepare industrial workers for automation, but the pace of change is testing both people and institutions.