The People’s Armed Police In China.

Nisa — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:20:58 +0000

When thinking of the People’s Armed Police, many of us imagine grim looking communists; that’s not (always) true. Sure, there are areas in China, where almost at every corner policemen are patrolling and they do look a bit fierce but the life for “regular” police men is not enviable: The police in China are generally very poorly paid and not too well trained. They are regarded with suspicion by ordinary Chinese (particularly in rural areas). Police have traditionally been more involved in maintaining government control than solving crimes.

We never really saw one in action either … not even writing tickets, stopping cars or checking people. But if you’re in China, the tension can be felt immediately…

But, as you will see in the photo below, even the grimmest looking person, smiles at some point :D These young officers were obviously only at the beginning of their career and visited the Great Wall just like us…

Young officers at the Great Wall in China.

An officer in front of the Lost City in Beijing.

Smiling Children In Mui Ne, Vietnam.

Nisa — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 07:34:25 +0000

Vietnam is one of the many countries in Asia, where foreigners are still approached with caution. The Vietnam War has left its mark on the people there, yet the next generation is already much more open. Children love to have their picture taken and are always up for a joke.

Travel Photography Blog by Nisa Maier and Ulli Maier. » Smile

The People’s Armed Police In China.

Smiling Children In Mui Ne, Vietnam.