article_snippet: However, when William was asked about the 'cruel' performances taking place just down the road, William turned away, saying nothing.
article_snippet: Later, William did speak about the plight of China's elephants, although William once again steered clear of discussing the circus, which is on the same site as the sanctuary William was visiting. '
article_snippet: Different cultures have different ways of doing things, of course it's not the way we do things,' Prince William said. '
article_snippet: Sadly for William, there were none to be seen, although it was a different story when the prince arrived at the sanctuary to meet Ran Ran. '
article_snippet: China's President Xi Jinping was overshadowed by controversy about a nearby elephant circus .
article_snippet: Not talking: The prince did not take questions on the circus but later emphasised the need for conservation .