“The China Experts Roundups” is a regular series that delves into the multifaceted aspects of Chinese culture. The series covers a diverse range of topics, including the Chinese economy, lifestyle, design, architecture, contemporary arts, cinema, technology, history, and language. In each edition, experts are invited to share their perspectives and knowledge by answering thought-provoking questions. Their insights are then compiled and published on China-underground, providing readers with a comprehensive and insightful look into various facets of Chinese culture.
Michael Standaert is a freelance journalist currently based in Shenzhen in South China. Standaert primarily covers environmental and climate change policy, and infrastructure developments for … Read more
Yan Hua Wang Master of Tai Chi Chuan and Double Sword combines traditional medical training with martial arts. Yan Hua Wang graduated from Yunnan Chinese … Read more
Simon Chung is a Hong Kong film director, that moved to Canada at the age of fifteen. He graduated from York University in Toronto, where … Read more
Min Liu is a Taiwanese motion graphics designer and animator, now based in New York. She earned her BA in 2010 from National Taiwan University … Read more
Anita Yan Wong is the 4th generation of Lingnan masters specializes in both traditional and modern arts. She received her B.A. (Honors) in Graphic Design … Read more
Chiara Ye is a renowned Beijing food photographer and food stylist. She was born in China and has lived in Italy since childhood, where she … Read more
Augusta Xu-Holland is a New Zealand actress and bioenergy enthusiast. She was born in Auckland to a Chinese father and New Zealand mother. Augusta has … Read more
Following her dad, renowned Feng Shui master Chow Hon-Ming, Thierry became one of the few women Feng Shui masters in Hong Kong. Her mission is … Read more
Qin Leng was born in Shanghai, she moved with her family to France, and after, she moved to Canada. She has produced animated shorts, which … Read more
Internet Censorship in China – The media is boiling with discussions about the latest censorship incidents in China. From more and more social media accounts … Read more
Breaking Boundaries: Helen Feng on Music, Identity, and Innovation Helen, born in Beijing and raised in the US and Canada, has been a staple in … Read more
Yang Ruiqi was born in Harbin. She started her training at Shanghai Dance School and graduated from the John Cranko School in Stuttgart in 2012. … Read more
Mistress Tang Min is responsible for the level of competence of the dancers in the Hong Kong Ballet (HKB). The Hong Kong Ballet (香港芭蕾舞團) is … Read more
Re-TROS (Rebuilding the Rights of Statues) began in the underground music scene of Nanjing, China in 2004. Formed by lead singer/guitar/keys Hua Dong and, singer/bassist … Read more