Dirk
@Duan Jian
South African expat in China
Forum posts
15
Contacts
2
About me
South African
Lives in Chongqing
Speaks English, Afrikaans
Registration: 23 August 2012
Activity
Potential dissertation help by 2banksl
My name is Laura Banks and I am a Chinese Studies student at the University of Wales Trinity St. David, Lampeter, UK. My dissertation is focused on interracial relationships and marriages between Chinese and non-Chinese; I am interested in many ...
Are you Chinese or just studying Chinese and Chinese people? Read More
Buying Medicine in China by Duan Jian
Hi all Expats! I'm new on the forum due to difficulties with buying medicine in China. I was hoping to find some help and share my experiences. I'm currently on leave and somewhat left without a helping hand for the next week. Yesterday I tried to ...
Thanks Folks Yes thanks, I discovered the Aspirin but as you said its 25mg tablets and coated as well, meant for heart patients. The type of Aspirin I was after is either a water soluble powder or tablets, usually 300mg or 500mg like ... Read More
What is the most unusual thing you have taken in suitcase abroad by haggishunter
The first time i went to Pakistan to visit i have took.... 1 computer 1 printer and extra ink. Surround sound system. Then last year i went back to visit i took.... 2 remote controlled helicopter toys 2 remote controlled all terrain jeep ...
Cheese. No cheese in Chinese shops where I am. Read More
Money or Love? by edvilyn
Do you agree,that now a days, money is much preferable than love? I mean... people choose rich man rather than the one who love them... :/
Hi Devilyn I can't say for the global population but in China girls are generally and certainly very materialistic when it comes to relationships with foreigners. I have however seen a trend in Chinese girls becoming more picky for money than ... Read More
Hi everyone by Duan Jian
I'm a Born South African that wanted a change in experience and took up teaching after a holiday in Thailand. In Thailand I met some English teachers and the idea stuck until I decided to try it for myself. I took the first opportunity that came my ...
Yes i am also a big fan of Cricket ... and a good all rounder as well ... yesterday we played a cricket match in lahore so i took 2 wickets and made 36 runs on 18 ball.. Yes you are they enjoy much during match.. they even do not want to sit on ... Read More
Buying Medicine in China by Duan Jian
Hi all Expats! I'm new on the forum due to difficulties with buying medicine in China. I was hoping to find some help and share my experiences. I'm currently on leave and somewhat left without a helping hand for the next week. Yesterday I tried to ...
Hi Harmonie Seems the Blog is run from the Isle. It gives me a feeling of wanting to get down to a beach.:cool: Thanks I hope I can get some help. It seems Aspirin is not a popular product in China. Read More
Hi everyone by Duan Jian
I'm a Born South African that wanted a change in experience and took up teaching after a holiday in Thailand. In Thailand I met some English teachers and the idea stuck until I decided to try it for myself. I took the first opportunity that came my ...
Hello Duan Jian. Welcome to ½ûÂþÌìÌÃ! :) So as to make it more visible. your post has been moved to the Chongqing forum. Thank you, AurélieHi Aurelie You seem pretty relaxed on the Isle judging from your photo. Is Isle Maurice and Mauritius ... Read More
Hi everyone by Duan Jian
I'm a Born South African that wanted a change in experience and took up teaching after a holiday in Thailand. In Thailand I met some English teachers and the idea stuck until I decided to try it for myself. I took the first opportunity that came my ...
Only on TV for Cricket games. Pakistan spectators are the lot that always make a big noise isn't it?:D What is Pakistan like? Read More
Hi everyone by Duan Jian
I'm a Born South African that wanted a change in experience and took up teaching after a holiday in Thailand. In Thailand I met some English teachers and the idea stuck until I decided to try it for myself. I took the first opportunity that came my ...
Nice to know as well. Are you a native of Pakistan? I'm from Johannesburg in SA Read More
Hi everyone by Duan Jian
I'm a Born South African that wanted a change in experience and took up teaching after a holiday in Thailand. In Thailand I met some English teachers and the idea stuck until I decided to try it for myself. I took the first opportunity that came my ...
Hi Nabeem I'm just doing fine. On holiday and waiting for school to start again. How are you? Read More
Hi everyone
I'm a Born South African that wanted a change in experience and took up teaching after a holiday in Thailand. In Thailand I met some English teachers and the idea stuck until I decided to try it for myself. I took the first opportunity that came my ... Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Chongqing by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Chongqing ½ûÂþÌìÌà members in real life? Organizing an ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Hi Julian Still here? Wow! I see you had an overwhelming amount of replies!:D Have you found other expats in CQ? Read More
Which do you prefer a Bearded Man or the clean shaven? by edvilyn
Now,let's talk about guys,,, I'm from Philippines and I was exposed with guys who doesn't have beard or mustache,unlike here in Maldives where im staying..im sorrounded with bearded people and i dont like it!...it's soo annoying! grrrr.... How ...
I'm not into men so I don't have any preferences. Where I am in China I tried growing a beard but was quickly reprimanded by the locals. Apparently there is some kind of stigma to people with beards and I could tell the local girls hated it. Read More
Buying Medicine in China
Hi all Expats! I'm new on the forum due to difficulties with buying medicine in China. I was hoping to find some help and share my experiences. I'm currently on leave and somewhat left without a helping hand for the next week. Yesterday I tried to ... Read More