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I would say that apart from the "insult" to the Chinese Government, the Chinese Government also listens and act. They heard what Jack said about outdated banking regulations and the need for new regulations on fintech, but not on Jack's terms which is more Wall Street jungle rules. So the Chinese government acted immediately. I am sure Jack is very busy with the regulators giving his opinions, being interviewed given a role to scrutinise the regulations. It is good that China shows the world that the common good of all citizens is above the interest of a rich man or some big corporations. China showed the world that they are not even interested to have (the title of) the biggest IPO in history. They just want the best for their people and the country. Imagine if Jack was in another country or an American. He would have been untouchable!
Freedom without responsibility and accountability is a formula for disaster. Individuals, families, societies, and nations that understand this principle will always feel free. A Chinese proverb suggests that we start with building individual character, and then radiate outward to make the world a better place, "Develop self, unite family, strengthen nation, peace on earth."
This is an opportunity to understand the true meaning of "freedom of speech". Speech can indeed be a powerful weapon. Making it free is not a simple slogan. Twitter believes Trump's speech will incite violence. In fact, there are many cases that prove that words can kill people too. I remember that after a boy said something offensive to his girlfriend, she jumped off a tall building and died. "Freedom of speech" should be subject to boundaries, laws and governance.
Nice article Cyrus, freedom of speech definitely has its limits and evils, but it’s an important founding principle and now the president of America is being censored?!!! Time for some serious soul searching...
To those who say it's "Chinese culture" that is requiring Jack Ma to lay low - one might make the observation that the culture in Taiwan is not the same, at least in this respect, as the culture in China because in Taiwan no one ever has to stay out of the public spotlight due to "sensitivities." So, its it actually Chinese culture or something else? "Living under the Communist Party 'culture'", perhaps?
I would say that apart from the "insult" to the Chinese Government, the Chinese Government also listens and act. They heard what Jack said about outdated banking regulations and the need for new regulations on fintech, but not on Jack's terms which is more Wall Street jungle rules. So the Chinese government acted immediately. I am sure Jack is very busy with the regulators giving his opinions, being interviewed given a role to scrutinise the regulations. It is good that China shows the world that the common good of all citizens is above the interest of a rich man or some big corporations. China showed the world that they are not even interested to have (the title of) the biggest IPO in history. They just want the best for their people and the country. Imagine if Jack was in another country or an American. He would have been untouchable!
Freedom without responsibility and accountability is a formula for disaster. Individuals, families, societies, and nations that understand this principle will always feel free. A Chinese proverb suggests that we start with building individual character, and then radiate outward to make the world a better place, "Develop self, unite family, strengthen nation, peace on earth."
This is an opportunity to understand the true meaning of "freedom of speech". Speech can indeed be a powerful weapon. Making it free is not a simple slogan. Twitter believes Trump's speech will incite violence. In fact, there are many cases that prove that words can kill people too. I remember that after a boy said something offensive to his girlfriend, she jumped off a tall building and died. "Freedom of speech" should be subject to boundaries, laws and governance.
Nice article Cyrus, freedom of speech definitely has its limits and evils, but it’s an important founding principle and now the president of America is being censored?!!! Time for some serious soul searching...
To those who say it's "Chinese culture" that is requiring Jack Ma to lay low - one might make the observation that the culture in Taiwan is not the same, at least in this respect, as the culture in China because in Taiwan no one ever has to stay out of the public spotlight due to "sensitivities." So, its it actually Chinese culture or something else? "Living under the Communist Party 'culture'", perhaps?