De Facto's post is 100% an accurate reflection of the way things work in China, there can't be any reasonable complaints about his post.
It is true there are failures during selection and initial command training that absolutely would be considered unfair in Europe however; having jumped through the hoops and becoming a line Captain, it is a great opportunity to achieve good salaries and flexibility over your schedule.
I think in the first instance you just have to see China as a Challenge, having passed through European licencing and having achieved your command in Europe this can be the next step. In my view the rewards are well worth it. I am currently earning 15,000 USD per month and I have a 2 week holiday every month. Even during the 2 weeks on, I am often only flying 2 sector days, 4 or 5 days per week.This is after 5 years in China, I like it, I could never imagine going back to a European LCC again, that would be my worst nightmare.