Hutong
Society
A Singaporean in China: Can there be justice for trafficked women sold as wives?
Former journalist Jessie Tan has generally felt safe living and moving around Beijing in the last one and a half years. However, the recent news of human trafficking in China's rural counties has shed light on a parallel world that puts women's safety at risk. The case of the Feng county chained mother of eight has led to some actions from the authorities. However, more can be done and the Chinese public wants harsher punishments for perpetrators and more resources allocated to help prevent such crimes from happening again.
Jessie Tan
04 Mar 2022
Society
Beijing's hutong toilet revolution: Giving toilet users some dignity
Beijing's old alleyways or hutongs are known for their historical value and they have undergone renovations over the past few years. But one aspect that is still a work in progress is the provision of public toilets in these areas, which can be in poor condition. The latest phase of the "toilet revolution" focuses on building facilities fit for purpose and for their users to have a mindset change. A tall order? Meng Dandan finds out.
Meng Dandan
24 Dec 2021
