Jim Smith
@1900gemini
American expat in China
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About me
American
Lives in Jinan
Speaks English and a little Mandarin
Registration: 08 July 2014
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草榴社区 interest in politics in China by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in China is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
Irai, Like you I was very involved when I live in the states. While I don't vote I still voice my views because I have family living there. But like I said it is best to stay out of China's politics. Read More
草榴社区 interest in politics in China by Bhavna
Hello everyone, As an expat, your day-to-day life in China is impacted by decision-making at the political level in your host country as well as in your country of origin. We would like to know how involved you think expats should be in the ...
I'm from the USA and I suggest that you stay out of the politics of the country you are living in. It is not your business to take an interest in them. That is simple and direct. You will find yourself in trouble if you try to get ... Read More
VPN in China by GirlfromUK
Hi Guys, Which VPN do you subscribe to? Does it work without much interruption? Thanks a lot for your answers!
I've been in Jinan for 6 years and have used Express VPN for the whole time. There are troubles from time to time but they seem to be able to work them out and keep the service up and going. Read More
Clearing your belongings through customs in China by Priscilla
Hello everyone, During one聮s big move abroad, shipping personal belongings to the host country can be stressful. Customs regulations differ from one country to another and you never quite know what to expect when trying to recover your belongings ...
When I was getting ready to move to China, I shipped a large box of things that I would need here. Other than that just arrived with one suitcase and golf bag and a backpack. Had no trouble entering. It is more trouble returning to the US for ... Read More
Keeping fit in China by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in China is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in China? Do you exercise regularly? ...
I practice Taiji every day. Once a week with a group when class is out, up to four times a week during class time. Help keep me fit and has in proved my stamina and my posture as well. Read More
Environmental protection in China by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in China? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective sorting ...
We sold our car this year and bought an electric car. We do not drive much anyway we use the buses most of the time. But remember China is where the US was about 40 or so years ago. It will take some time for them to get things under control, but ... Read More
Where to buy butter in JiNan China
Does anyone know where you can buy butter in JiNan, China. Read More
anyone has had difficulty with mail and packages being delivered here? by axemenbasketball
I would be interested in knowing if anyone has had difficulty with mail and packages being delivered here in China from your respective countries. Two years ago, my daughter sent me a Christmas package and to date, I still don't have it. More ...
I had the same problem. You need to have a phone number here that the postal service can call to let you know when you have a package. Read More
Age Discrimination China - You too, if lucky, will be old some day. by beijingyank
Human Rights Watch China should have mentioned long ago about China's age discrimination policy for anyone over 55. Things get really dicey trying to find a teaching gig at 59. The Chinese Constitution states unequivocally, "The Right to ...
You should have know from the start that you could not get a work visa if you are over 60. I am there and I have learned to live with it. I live in China on my retirement and think that it is much better than I could have lived in the USA. Read More