Michael
VIP Member
Regardless of your personal views, Chinese culture holds a strong aversion to outsiders interfering in one’s private family affairs—no matter what their stance or position might be.I remember @Michael had reacted very negatively to Pakistanis discussing or showing any support for China's internal matters. Some times I think he is an agent, who wants China Pakistan relations to tank.
There is an old Chinese saying: "清官难断家务事(Even an upright official finds it difficult to settle family disputes)." This is closely linked to another cultural maxim: "家丑不可外扬(Family scandals should not be aired in public)."
Consequently, traditional Chinese people are extremely wary of sharing family secrets in public settings. It is very difficult for outsiders to truly grasp what is happening behind closed doors; we regard such matters as strictly private.
China's internal affairs are simply China's domestic matters. Regardless of the position—whether in support or opposition—the Chinese people would not welcome any outside intervention in such matters. The Taiwan question is an internal affair of China. We have the full capability and confidence to resolve it ourselves.
Suppose you get into an argument with your wife—that’s a private domestic matter. But if your good friend gets involved, speaks up for you, and gives your wife a good scolding. How would you feel about that?



