Poet Yang Lian's essay collection critiques China's political climate from exile

Yang Lian, a Chinese poet in exile, has published a critical essay collection titled 'Im Einklang mit dem Tod' (In Harmony with Death). The work addresses China's current political situation, framing the 'Chinese Dream' as a nightmare for humanity. His voice stands out as rare among Chinese exile communities in the West, where critical perspectives on China's development have diminished due to intimidation by Xi Jinping's regime. Yang Lian maintains the courage to speak plainly despite these pressures. The collection is available through the source publication NZZ, highlighting ongoing cultural and political tensions.