During a serious recession, I don't think this sort of behavior supports the idea of a harmonious society (h/t FP Passport):

If there were still any doubts about capitalism's arrival in China, this puts it to rest. Wealthy mainlanders are increasingly taking to the grassy fields as polo becomes yet another mode of expression:

The founder of the Nine Dragons Hill Polo Club, today's host in fact, is Steve Wyatt. He says in China polo is becoming the perfect way to show you have made it.

"It is hats, beautiful dresses, finest champagne, whisky and people looking at the best cars," he explains.

As obnoxious as this is, I admit to a desire to witness one of these matches. I'm not a polo expert, but my guess is that nouveau riche Chinese do not have a great deal of experience with horsemanship.

What's next? Fox hunting? I don't know about you, but I'm starting to get a bit disillusioned with Communism. It's not exactly what I thought it would be.

Tags: China Business & Economy

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