What gets under Chinese people’s skins? Currents problems in the Chinese press. Review article: Prasa chińska o przemianach społeczno-kulturowych kraju w początkach XXI wieku

Abstract

This article review presents the current points of view regarding “hot topics” widely discussed in Chinese press. They have been compiled in the book titled “Chinese Press on the Country’s Socio-Cultural Changes at the Beginning of the 21st Century” edited by Krzysztof Gawlikowski et al. The authors endeavour to explain the most significant socio-cultural changes that have occurred recently in China. Hence, the article touches upon issues such as role of Confucianism in modern China, system of education, relation between authorities and citizens, new perspectives on hukou system as well as familial relations and health care system in China.