Huo Shui

Huo Shui (pseudonym) is a former government political analyst who writes from outside China.

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Getting Out of the Mud

As China’s rapidly changing market reform enters the 21st century, China’s educational reform, in contrast, seems to experience little change. Nevertheless, changes in education are occurring. While these changes have not caught the attention of many people, nonetheless, their meaning is more far reaching than most realize.

Converging Agendas

At first glance the theological debate occurring within China’s official church may appear to be primarily a matter of disagreement over doctrine. However, as with most everything in China, there is also a political side to be considered. It is important to understand this political angle in order to keep the theological debate—and its effect upon the church—in proper perspective.

Email and Confucius

Is the rapid growth of the internet and information sharing technology a threat to the Chinese government? 

Living Wisely in China

Understanding Chinese culture requires more than good language acquisition. The author explains four aspects of Chinese culture that are not easily understood by foreigners.

No Stranger

After over 20 years of economic reform, nothing seems to really catch the eyes of the Chinese today.  

Television

Understanding the Chinese through what they watch on TV and where TV programming is heading.

The Cry at the End of the Century

The Trap of Modernization by 42-year-old part-time economist He Qinglian became a bestseller when it was released in China last year. Here the reviewer comments on this important book and its spiritual implications.