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The Milk Tea Alliance: An Online War of Democracy
A few things are capable of bringing nations together. It may be a common heritage or sharing cultural similarities, yet history has shown that nothing brings two countries together more than a hatred of a common enemy. For Asian countries, this dreaded bogeyman has always been the same, China, and more importantly, the lack of democracy that they inspire. In the past year, countries across South-East Asia have joined hands as a sign of solidarity in the face of adversity from both home and abroad. This unique union is symbolically represented by a common love that these nations share, milk tea. Who knew a nice cup of Yorkshire could be…
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Hong Kong: Love/Hate
Despite my very short time spent in Hong Kong, quickly it became apparent that travellers have very mixed emotions to the country. Some will sing the praises of the mystical land which which is world known, where others despise everything that it has become. People’s opinions vary quite considerably, and I can see why. Hong Kong is world renowned, and for good reason. A monumental financial centre-point, a name recognised by everyone even if they can’t name a single other Asian country. The fascination mysteriousness which originated from the silver screen of the 70’s and former British colonial rule. The latter and many centuries before made this autonomous region…
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Hong Kong
Hong Kong; it’s the city that casts up images of antique wooden junks barging their way through the hordes of other equally ancient boats along the dividing oceans that separate the chaotic madness amongst the narrow streets of enthusiastic business. The mysterious land that has provided so much in the form of pop culture from the silver screen of the 70s. The nation has burst into the worlds imagination thanks to some of their most famous sons, none other than Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan. Portrayed as a city of crime with legendary credits such as James Bond, Batman and the late Mr Nice on their list. As a former…
