told China Daily. "Mahjong is no longer just a game; it is a symbol of intellectual competition, cultural exchange and global friendship. "Canada's enthusiasm has been unmatched," Zhang said.

"I play mahjong every day; it has become an integral part of my daily life," she said. Deng does not shy away from competing against younger players, but concedes, they "are faster, their mindsets ...

"My grandparents play mahjong as part of their daily entertainment". Others said it was a "lazy" solution by the government in an attempt to curtail illegal gambling. "Mahjong [itself] is not a ...