Navigating China’s Economic Shifts – Implications for Australia
China’s economic rise has transformed global trade, technology, and education. Yet, as debates emerge about its future, it is clear we are entering a period of transformation—one that presents both challenges and opportunities. For Australia, China’s economic...Reflection on “Neijuan” and Its Impact on International Students
In a recent reflective assignment, one of my students highlighted the concept of “neijuan” (involution) in China, as described by Liu (2021). This term refers to a societal condition where excessive competition leads to diminishing returns. It originated in anthropology, specifically in Clifford Geertz’s study of agricultural societies in Indonesia.
