China Life: Expat Debunks Myths on Internet, Safety & Growth

Honest view on China after 18 years living there

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Honest view on China after 18 years living there
Max Chernov2025-08-0420 min

Meet Miriam, a German who lived in China for 18 years working in recruitment. She shared what Western media gets wrong about everyday life in China, whether a foreigner can survive under China’s internet firewall, and the hidden reason for the country’s massive growth. Enjoy!

0:00 INTRO

0:20 The best thing about China (in Mandarin)

1:12 Is it dangerous for foreigners in China?

3:05 Which country has the best system in the world?

4:58 Misconceptions about China

7:28 Is China safe?

9:20 Living with a blocked internet

12:42 How to stay connected with family while in China

14:03 Will China control the global internet?

15:16 Europe vs. China

17:06 Is now a good time to stay in China?

19:14 How China is preparing to replace SWIFT

20:08 Reactions when a foreigner speaks Chinese

--- Max Chernov
August 4, 2025, Summer in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00INTRO
  2. 0:20The best thing about China (in Mandarin)
  3. 1:12Is it dangerous for foreigners in China?
  4. 3:05Which country has the best system in the world?
  5. 4:58Misconceptions about China
  6. 7:28Is China safe?
  7. 9:20Living with a blocked internet
  8. 12:42How to stay connected with family while in China
  9. 14:03Will China control the global internet?
  10. 15:16Europe vs. China
  11. 17:06Is now a good time to stay in China?
  12. 19:14How China is preparing to replace SWIFT
  13. 20:08Reactions when a foreigner speaks Chinese

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Honest view on China after 18 years living there

Discover the realities of life in China through the eyes of Miriam, a German expat with 18 years of experience. She debunks Western media myths, shares insights on navigating China's internet firewall, and reveals the secrets behind the nation's remarkable growth. This interview offers a unique perspective on living in China, challenging common misconceptions and exploring the country's development and global influence.

China Life: Expat Debunks Myths on Internet, Safety & Growth

Meet Miriam, a German who lived in China for 18 years working in recruitment. She shared what Western media gets wrong about everyday life in China, whether a foreigner can survive under China’s internet firewall, and the hidden reason for the country’s massive growth. Enjoy! 👥 If you have a guest...

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