Since Chinese President Xi Jinping first used the concept of "Chinese Dream" on Nov. 29, 2012 in Beijing, it has resonated with the world's common aspiration of development. Here we bring stories by expats who pursue their own Chinese Dream.
In my experience of living here, China is a fascinating country to visit and it is an even more pleasing place to live. The warmth and hospitality of the Chinese people will definitely make anyone feel at home.
To this specific city, Beijing, and, why not, to more cities of China, as I am pretty sure they have many more different experiences to offer me.
Since I landed in this country almost seven months back, I noticed the Chinese love for cleanliness in day to day life.
China is peaceful and the safest country in the world. China is becoming more open and accepting than before.
2015 was just another fantastic growth experience of travelling through China and I am honored to have made many new friends, established lots of new relations and been part of so many new memories.
Each time my love of the Chinese people's culture, traditions and lifestyles calls me back to learn more. My only hope is that time will not run out.
People in China are essentially the same as other people throughout the world; so very friendly and welcoming to lao wai.
China is always a good idea, thank you so much again!
Without a doubt, my biggest achievement for 2014 is my marriage to a beautiful Chinese woman from Tianjin named Wang Shijun. We met online.
What caught my attention more than anything was the beautiful traditional furniture in the complex, with this bright red and gold piece being a good example. In time, I hope to learn more about the art of traditional furniture making in China.
Strolling through the quiet, tree-lined streets of Shamian Island in the heart of Guangzhou makes one believe in magic. It is as if you traveled to a distant place far from the bustling metropolis yet you are only steps away from the megacity.
When we think of beautiful university campuses in China, most would not expect Fuzhou to be on the list. Last November I went to a class and when I walked past the lake next to one of our engineering faculty buildings, the beauty of this scenery struck me.