Author: Adrian (釋大道)

Adrian Chan-Wyles is a British expert specialising in the forensic translation of historical and contemporary political, cultural and philosophical Chinese texts - providing reliable English language interpretations. A number of his English language articles (interpreting Chinese affairs) have been published within the PRC - referenced in a number of Chinese language academic and news texts as examples of reliable transliterations regarding the (correct) 'foreign' understanding of Chinese culture.

Laos Buddhist-Socialist Republic: High-Ranking Brunei Delegation lays wreath at Unknown Soldier Memorial! (4.10.2023)

His Highness Somdek Suntan Haji Hassanan Bongei of Brunei Darussalam, accompanied by a high-ranking delegation including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Mr. Selimxay Kormasit, visited the Laos People’s Democratic Republic (PDR) from October 2nd-4th, 2023. During their visit, they laid a wreath at the Niranam Warrior (Red Star) Monument on the morning of October 3rd in Vientiane, the capital city. The act was a tribute to the Laotian Marxist-Leninist Martyrs, remembering their sacrifices in establishing the Laotian People’s Democratic Republic on December 2nd, 1975.

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Alexander Werth: The Defensive Battle of Stalingrad [Part I]! (3.10.2023)

The content reviews Alexander Werth’s experience in the USSR during 1942, emphasizing his perspective on the pivotal Battle for Stalingrad. Werth’s proximity to the Soviet media and front-line individuals makes his narrative valuable amid Western-dominated narratives. The author emphasizes the indispensable role of the Communist Party in the Soviet people’s resistance against fascism.

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ALEXANDER WERTH [PART III]: RUSSIAN ARCTIC CONVOY PQ-16 – May in MURMANSK (USSR) – MERCHANT NAVY SHIP “EMPIRE BAFFIN”! (2.9.2023)

This content discusses a chapter from Alexander Werth’s book, ‘The Year of Stalingrad,’ which provides an insightful portrayal of WWII events concerning the Soviet Union. It highlights Werth’s journey in the PQ-16 convoy from Murmansk to Moscow, offering readers an in-depth view of the war from an ordinary Soviet citizen’s perspective. Despite his work being overlooked due to his left-wing views and refusal to entertain anti-Soviet propaganda during the Cold War, the narrative praises his bravery and sincerity.

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ALEXANDER WERTH [PART II]: RUSSIAN ARCTIC CONVOY PQ-16 – Reykjavik (Iceland) TO MURMANSK (USSR) – MERCHANT NAVY SHIP “EMPIRE BAFFIN”! (2.9.2023)

Alexander Werth’s 1947 book, ‘The Year of Stalingrad’, details the journey of Merchant Navy Ship “Empire Baffin” during WWII. The ship left Middlesborough, UK, for Reykjavik on May 1, 1942, arriving ten days later, and then sailed to Murmansk, USSR, on May 20th. Despite Nazi Germany’s control of the sea, air, and land, and losing seven ships, the Convoy PQ-16 of 36 international ships managed to reach port under the protection of naval fleets.

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Xinjiang: International Journalists “Hail” Development and Culture During 9-Day Visit! (3.10.2023)

22 journalists from 17 countries recently lauded the development in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region during a nine-day visit. They expressed admiration for the region’s economic growth, social progress, cultural diversity and the Belt and Road Initiative’s development. The visitors included locations like Urumqi, Kashgar Prefecture, and the Ili Kazak Autonomous Prefecture. The journalists also attended a lecture on preserving religious freedom in Xinjiang.

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Alexander Werth [Part I]: Russian Arctic Convoy PQ-16 – Middlesborough (UK) to Murmansk (USSR) – Merchant Navy Ship “Empire Baffin”! (2.9.2023)

The Russian Arctic Convoy, PQ-16, sailed from Iceland to the Soviet Union in late May 1942, providing vital military and civilian aid amid attacks by Nazi Germany. The fleet comprised British, American, and Allied ships, including the Empire Baffin that Alexander Werth traveled on for four weeks as recorded in his book ‘The Year of Stalingrad’. This account, along with further research, allows for a timeline to be reconstructed for these events, however, full details are limited due to the secrecy required during wartime. Convoy PQ-16 consisted of 36 Merchant Navy vessels, some armed for self-defense, and a number of Royal Navy ships acting as protection. Werth’s account also mentions controversial language used to describe the African-descendent members of the Merchant Navy crew.

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