`You should consider our feelings`: for Chinese students the state is an extension of family | Merriden Varrall
(The Guardian China)

Chinese students react with great emotion if they feel China is being criticised. There´s concern that this erodes freedom of speech on Australian campusesThe recently released Chinese student´s recording of the argument he has with his teacher about using the word `Taiwan` illustrates how issues of sovereignty and territoriality can be very emotional for Chinese students.In the video, the Chinese student says, in a calm voice: `You have to consider all the students ... Chinese students are one third of this classroom. You make us feel uncomfortable.` He goes on to argue, `You have to show your respect.` The discussion becomes somewhat unclear, but it sounds like the student then says, `It really makes us feel terrible.` His next comment sounds like he is getting frustrated and upset: `Why do you always keep saying that? `Taiwan!´ As if it is a separate country.` Related: Chinese premier warns Australia `taking sides` could lead to new cold war Related: Wrong China policy: White House calls Xi Jinping president of Taiwan Continue reading...