Amid an ongoing government campaign against drugs, prostitution, and other moral vices, a powerful government agency has reportedly issued new regulations banning actors with histories of drug use or prostitution from appearing in movies and television.According to Chinese Internet portal Netease, on September 29, China’s State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio,
Telling tales in fight for gender equality By Xu Fan | China Daily | Updated: 2021-01-07 07:27 Share The miniseries
Hear Her highlights challenges women face, using the format of eight stand-alone monologues, with actresses Qi Xi acting as a young woman obsessed with her looks. [Photo provided to China Daily]
TV series directly relays the experiences of women and reveals how they combat prejudice, face challenges and build confidence, Xu Fan reports.
The scourge of gender inequality, such as women being paid less than men for the same work, or having their voices ignored, still plagues society. There is no doubt that women s social status has improved, albeit gradually, but many still face barriers and unwanted challenges as a direct result of their gender.