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Island Sentinels: Life, Logistics and Loyalty on China’s Yellow Sea Outposts
China’s small Yellow Sea islands are kept under continuous human watch by militia and other personnel who endure difficult living conditions and logistical strains. The experience of Jiang Quan—extended rotations, a prolonged power outage, and family sacrifices—illustrates both the symbolic and practical dimensions of Beijing’s coastal presence.
On the Frozen Frontline: How Village Militias Keep Watch on China’s Northern Border
On the Heilongjiang River near Heihe, a village militia post conducts harsh winter patrols to monitor China’s boundary with Russia, blending traditional footwork with upgraded surveillance technology. The post illustrates Beijing’s layered frontier management—local militia, border troops and civilian managers—serving practical, political and symbolic functions.