Stand-up Economist in China – It’s No Joke!

. What do you call an economist that does stand up comedy? This is not a joke. The answer is Yoram Bauman. He’s a visiting researcher at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing and part-time stand up comic. CRI’s Dominic Swire recently attended one of his classes. . (Thanks to the Bookworm […]

Gulp! Chinese Wine Imports Rocket

. It’s no secret that the wine market in China is booming. But CRI’s been given exclusive access to latest figures that illustrate just how much. According to London-based International Wine and Spirit Research group, China imported over 14 times more wine in 2010 than just 5 years ago. And Chinese adults are now consuming […]

Jundushan Ski Resort – a review

. The first thing that strikes you on a visit to Jundushan Ski Resort is the facilities: the main building is large, clean and modern, and their payment system is well organised. There is a long row of ticket kiosks just to the left of the entrance where you can pay for your ski pass […]