In the Chinese national discourse, the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century are often remembered as the “Century of Humiliation.” It refers to the roughly 100-year period from 1839 to 1945, when China suffered repeated defeats, territorial losses, and foreign domination. It began with the two Opium … Continue reading 166 Years After “Joint Attack” on China, UK & France Return to Beijing for Trade Deals, Better Ties