Asian Dialect

Ian Huang
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The Asian Dialect podcast is hosted by Ian Huang, an independent Journalist based in Taipei Taiwan. In this podcast, we discuss about what's happening in Asia. Powered by Firstory Hosting

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  1. The True Cost of Free: How China Uses Travel to Influence Taiwan

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    The True Cost of Free: How China Uses Travel to Influence Taiwan

    Welcome back to Asian Dialect with Ian Huang. After a long hiatus since August 2023, Ian returns with firsthand insights from his five-month stay in China, where he observed the country's geopolitical maneuvers up close. In this episode, Ian shares an investigative report on a "free" travel program for young Taiwanese to Hainan, which turned out to be a well-orchestrated propaganda initiative by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). What was presented as a leisure trip quickly revealed deeper strategic intentions—military flexing, historical distortions, and psychological persuasion aimed at influencing Taiwanese perceptions of China. From extravagant receptions with CCP officials to covert election interference efforts, Ian unpacks how these "free" trips serve as a tool for China's broader strategy of infiltration and influence. As tensions rise between the U.S. and China in 2025, understanding these subtle yet powerful tactics is more urgent than ever. Tune in to hear the full story and explore the true cost of free. Powered by Firstory Hosting

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  2. Why are Chinese not getting married?

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    Why are Chinese not getting married?

    Discover the surprising demographic shift as India surpasses China in population, according to UN statistics. Despite China's vast population, its growth doesn't align with expectations. With China's birth rate at 10.902 per 1000 in 2022 compared to India's 17.163, we investigate the enigma behind this trend. In this episode of the Asian Dialect, we focus on China's dwindling marriage rate, evidenced by a record low of 6.833 million pairs in 2022 – a stark contrast to the peak of 13.469 million pairs in 2013. We explore the reasons behind this trend, from changing societal norms to economic factors, shedding light on the implications for China's population dynamics and beyond. 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/clktwp3xh005u01u1fxsf6fir/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

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  3. Floods in China, nearby city sacrificed for capital Beijing

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    Floods in China, nearby city sacrificed for capital Beijing

    From July 30, Typhoon Doksuri strokes the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei area, many of the surrounding regions are heavily impacted by the rain. Zhuozhou, a county-level city with 628,000 inhabitants in central Hebei province, southwest of Beijing reported the highest 39 to 40 feet of flood. A controversy surrounding the diversion of floodwaters from Beijing to surrounding areas rose. The Chinese government's strategy to protect Beijing by sacrificing other regions leads to protests and dissatisfaction among affected populations. Some areas faced inadequate warning and preparation for evacuation, resulting in clashes with local authorities. 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/clktwp3xh005u01u1fxsf6fir/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

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  4. Why are the Chinese fleeing from China? The refugee surge after Title 42 ended ft. Yuzhen Chen

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    Why are the Chinese fleeing from China? The refugee surge after Title 42 ended ft. Yuzhen Chen

    From the ancient journey of Jewish people seeking the promised land to today's intriguing '润' phenomenon on Chinese social media, immigration takes a new twist. Discover the astonishing story of a Chinese high school teacher's daring trek from China to South America, crossing the US border through the Amazon jungle and surrendering to border patrol. This is just one tale among thousands, as Asian illegal migrants, particularly from China, surged in numbers like never before—15 times the previous rate. In 2022 alone, reported cases of Chinese migrants reached 2,005, a staggering increase from 2010's mere 268 cases. The numbers continue to rise, with the first quarter of the current year doubling to 3,855 cases. Join us in today's episode as we delve into the captivating 'why' behind this mass exodus from China. In the pilot episode of the Asian Dialect podcast, we have Yuzhen Chen, a YouTuber who's now living in the US and looking for political asylum as our guest to talk about why are the Chinese fleeing. 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/clktwp3xh005u01u1fxsf6fir/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

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The Asian Dialect podcast is hosted by Ian Huang, an independent Journalist based in Taipei Taiwan. In this podcast, we discuss about what's happening in Asia. Powered by Firstory Hosting

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