"His paradox was very much the paradox of contemporary China."

Bureaucracy was becoming a major issue in contemporary China.

"Reform and opening up are the most distinct characteristics of contemporary China," she declared.

If for no other reason than because it holds keys to understanding contemporary China, we are sure to be taking its measure.

This is not to say that his view of contemporary China is neutral.

Democracy is a good thing: Essays on politics, society, and culture in contemporary China.

A number of informal political groups in contemporary China including:

Sale of farm land for development has become increasingly sensitive in contemporary China.

This sets his work apart from the typical art of contemporary China.

The blog was one of the most interesting political and cultural developments in contemporary China.