“Haha! Britain” Bristol Stop | When 0.7% of the Population Finds Its Voice
As autumn deepened in Bristol, the Haha! Britain UK tour made its latest stop in this vibrant city, bringing together authors, readers, and community members for a night of lively exchange.
✨ From Haha! Britain to “Visibility”
The discussion began with the book Haha! Britain but soon expanded into a deeper question: what does it mean for British Chinese to be visible?
Although Chinese people make up just 0.7% of the UK population, the issue is not merely about numbers — it’s about influence and voice.
The conversation ranged widely, from industry representation and gender roles to education and cultural identity. Voices from different generations came together, sparking fresh insights and heartfelt connections.
🎤 “This is exactly why we host events like this,” one organiser reflected. “To build a platform that encourages exchange and resonance.”
Indeed, that sense of shared reflection and mutual recognition is what lies at the heart of the Haha! Britain project — to let every overseas Chinese voice, wherever they are, be heard and remembered.
🍷 When Ideas Flow Like Fine Wine
As the formal discussion gave way to free conversation over drinks, participants stayed on to continue sharing stories — about literature, life, and what it means to belong.
It was less a book launch than a gathering of kindred spirits, where ideas and laughter flowed just as freely as the wine.
🌍 To Be Continued
The Bristol stop has drawn to a close, but the journey of Haha! Britain continues.
We look forward to meeting you in the next city — to keep talking, reflecting, and amplifying the stories of Chinese voices in Britain.
📘 Haha! Britain is now available at Guanghwa Bookshop and Book Fan.