Wang Xiangwei
Wang Xiangwei is a China watcher and a news junkie, ex-Editor in Chief of South China Morning Post.
Recent articles by Wang Xiangwei

The American-style Cultural Revolution is taking root in the US
Trump’s shocking cabinet picks are reminiscent of what Mao Zedong did after launching the tumultuous Cultural Revolution in 1966. Under his slogan “revolution is no crime; to rebel is justified,” Mao encouraged the firebrand Red Guards and grassroots loyalists to take over power at central and local government levels across the country, writes Wang Xiangwei.

How Hong Kong can counter misconceptions and boost trust
Hong Kong appears to hang on every word from Beijing and eagerly awaits instructions on how to move forward, and therein lies the city's biggest danger.

A vibrant media landscape will ease fears over Hong Kongs Article 23 law
People in Hong Kong, particularly the media, should still be allowed to voice diverse opinions and criticism without fear of retribution as long as it is fair and fact-based. This will help mitigate the concern of people considering a move to the city and show one country, two systems is still alive and well.

Do Chinas leaders fully grasp foreigners concerns about the country?
Beijing has been slow to address the visa and e-payment woes of foreign travellers, and some officials remain complacent about the exodus of foreign investment.