I was recently in London, having lunch with a friend who works in Westminster (I will not name them here), and we discussed one of our mutual friends – a diplomat covering the arts – who has just moved to China. Me: Aren’t you worried about her? I hope she manages to stay safe there. Friend: Safe? Of course, she’ll be safe! I’m going to go visit her, want to come? Me: Are you kidding? China is… not safe for Westerners. Especially not for diplomats or business people. Friend: You think they’re going to shoot you on the street?! The…

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