Cracks in the ceiling

Article Abstract:

China is seeking to reform its housing policy, a process which could take from 10 to 15 years. Workers were assigned housing by state employers at very low rents. The housing was often rudimentary, with shared kitchens and no bathroom, but it has proved too expensive a burden for the state. State companies may already have serious financial problems which mean they cannot easily pay wages and funding housing is even more difficult. The aim is to persuade workers to purchase their own homes, and for more affordable homes to be built.

Housing Programs, Administration of Housing Programs, Social policy, Housing policy

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The radio radicals

Article Abstract:

Talk radio shows in Shanghai, China, began with East Radio, set up in 1992. Callers initially talked about consumer issues such as where to purchase products and problems arising if they were faulty. Sunrise Companion deals with emotional problems such as violence in relationships. Secret Words seeks to promote information on health and sex, in addition to traditional values. Homosexuals are not heard on Secret Words on the grounds that there are too few of them.

Radio Broadcasting, Radio broadcasting stations, Radio broadcasting industry, Cover Story, Popular culture, Talk shows

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Comeback kids: China's prodigals come home to prosper in Shanghai

Article Abstract:

Many Chinese who went overseas to study and to work, are returning, lured by Shanghai's new prosperity. However there are not enough returnees and talent is likely to be a major problem if Shanghai wants to develop further. The government is helping to ease the transition for returnees by providing tax breaks, and arranging resident-permit transfers. Shanghai has expanded its incentive scheme, offering research grants, high salaries and housing.

Foreign students, Returned students

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