Essays and Research Papers on China & Chinese Issues

This 3 page paper blasts China’s one-party Communist government for the poor quality of life the Chinese must contend with. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A ten page paper which compares the composition of the political elites in China, Japan and the republic of Korea and looks at the ways in which political reforms are attempting to address the problems of corruption at the higher echelons of government in the three countries. Bibliography lists 7 sources

A 15 page research paper that investigates the measures used by the Chinese government to control their population growth, specifically the one-child policy. The writer reports on human rights abuses, the success of the policy, and unexpected side effects of the policy, such as the imbalance between male and female births. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 7 page paper considers the development of tourism in China, including the socio-cultural and economic impacts. The paper looks at the development over time, the drivers and the impact that the industry has had and the way in which is has had to be supported by local communities and residents as well as government. ...

4 pages in length. Many Chinese intellectuals were convinced Communism was the superior form of government for China; however, the passage of time served to change their minds when taking into account the detrimental impact to China's political and social existence under communist rule. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper examines the healthcare system in China with specific attention paid to the financing of the healthcare system, and the flaws in terms of the economic climate it is impacting on the way that healthcare is provided. The paper looks at the development of healthcare and how it has changed as a ...

An 8 page paper which presents an examination of the health problems which exist in China and then illustrates solutions, and possible solutions to the problems. The paper presents information and solutions concerning general health care, maternal mortality, environmental risks involving women, and aging issues. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper presenting a hypothesis that the totalitarian model exists and is operational right up to the time that it falls to democracy, that there is no gradual transition from one to the other. The paper examines the experiences of Poland, Russia and China to conclude that the recent histories of those ...

A 12 page paper which examines some of the art and artists from early Chinese art. The paper examines the significance and contribution to society and art in early Chinese history. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4 page paper provides a brief but complete history of China and also addresses China's political role in the world. China's role in trade is also noted. Various elements of international politics are explored, such as the country's interesting relationship with Taiwan. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page overview of the book by Jan Wong. Wong, a Canadian ethnic Chinese, lived in China during the 1960s and 1970s. Although she had lived a life of privilege in Canada and could not even speak the Chinese language, she manages to provide a unique and unmatched account of one of ...

A 12 page discussion of the political, economic, and ideological evolution China has experienced in the last century. The author presents the contention that China has in many ways become more like the U.S. In doing so the country has evolved tremendously in regard to the political and economic principles which were touted ...

This 8 page paper claims that China just might be a future threat. Some history is touched on. Foreign relations as it respects China and the U.S. is the focus of this investigation. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page research paper that has 2 sections. The first section compares the tradition of slavery in China, as described by Kingston's mother, with slavery in the history of St. Thomas. The writer speculates on how this makes the student researching this topic feel. The second section offers a short essay on the ...

A 7 page review of China's ecological resources and political structure. This paper describes China's main regions and traces her recent political history. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 pages in length. The writer discusses the terms "Red" and "Expert;" addresses the notions of democracy and modernization; nationalism; and the May Fourth Movement of 1919 and the Student Democratic Movement of 1989 as they relate to China's history. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 55-page paper discusses China's stock markets and their effectiveness. Topics discussed include stock market movement theories, history of the Chinese stock market, the problems faced by the Chinese stock market, possible recommendations and the purpose of stock markets. Bibliography lists 30 sources.

10 pages in length. The writer discusses the history, religion and contemporary presence of Shaolin Temple. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page paper arguing that though China has sought to be based on the teachings of Confucius, it has not been so throughout most of its history. The paper discusses several of the Confucian analects to support the statement. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 9-page paper focuses on Chinese opera in history (as well as drama) and how the plays and works reflected social issues of the times. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10-page paper provides an overview and history on how China and India became manufacturing and IT producers, respectively. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page research paper that discusses the history and philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and describes the common elements it shares with Chinese medicinal nutrition. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

In three pages this paper examines Tibet’s history in an overview of China’s involvement with the region, its location, why it was important for China to take Tibet, and the controversy surrounding the carrying of the torch as it relates to China’s hosting of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games to be held in Beijing. ...

A 4 page paper which first discusses some of the history of China during the time of Confucius and then examines a Botero painting, “Mona Lisa.” Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 11 page overview of human rights in China and how they relate to history and culture. Tracing China’s problems back to the Mao Zedong regime, this paper outlines China’s birth control policies and violations in child welfare specifically. Bibliography lists 11 sources.