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Transpacifica is primarily written by me, Graham Webster. I'm an analyst, journalist, and consultant on East Asian politics and technology. Here, I write about East Asian politics mostly in China and Japan, the Internet and society, the environment, and contemporary art. Unavoidably, I sometimes veer off topic—even with a topic as large as the Pacific.
By day, I work at the EastWest Institute in New York City, but all opinions are my own and do not represent EWI or any of my other clients or employers.
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Monthly Archives: September 2007
Video: Li Tieqiao’s Magic Mouthpiece
As promised here is a video clip of experimental saxophonist Li Tieqiao (李铁桥) from his show with Xiao He (小河) at D-22 this week. Here, he plays the mouthpiece without the horn. Later, he played the horn without the mouthpiece, … Continue reading
A Textbook Demonstration … In Japan
Japan’s history problem (歴史問題, rekishi mondai) is well-known in Asia, and it’s a common topic of discussion in Japanese political journals. Many are familiar with international criticism of Japan’s reckoning with its 20th century aggression, and the repeated approval by … Continue reading
Welcome to Transpacifica
[NOTE TO FRIENDS: Please update your blogrolls] As of today, Transpacific Triangle is now Transpacifica (transpacifica.net). The old address and all links will continue to work, but visitors are redirected to the new site. Here’s some of what you can … Continue reading
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The Fancy Footwork of Xiao He (20 Seconds)
Xiao He (小河) is a prominent experimental and folk musician here in Beijing. He’s been part of several groups variously described as bands, troupes, etc. Last night, I saw him live for the first time at D-22 in a show … Continue reading
Tagged China, D-22, First-hand, Li Tieqiao, Music, Video, Xiao He
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Making This Blog China-Proof: Feedburner Edition
Readers who follow the developments of China’s internet censorship efforts may have heard that the Google-owned syndication service Feedburner has been added to the list of sites usually blocked for users in China. There’s some dispute as to whether it’s … Continue reading
Back to Blogging: Some Things I’ve Missed
After almost two months in China (Friday makes it official), I’ve settled in to a rhythm of life in Beijing and I think it’s time to revive this site. I’ve missed a lot of news, which is OK with me. … Continue reading
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Tagged China, China-Japan, China-U.S., Hillary Rodham Clinton, Japan-North Korea, Links, Patricia Steinhoff, South Korea
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