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China Power

China's rise inspires a mix of awe, fear and skepticism. But what will its global role be? Are we on the brink of a bipolar world? How will its neighbors respond? Will it all come crashing down? The Diplomat's daily China blog will try to find some answers.

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Joint Xinjiang Sanctions Widen Rift in China’s Ties With the West

Joint Xinjiang Sanctions Widen Rift in China’s Ties With the West

By Jessie Lau
The European Union, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada rolled out coordinated sanctions, and Beijing hit back in a “disproportionate” response.
China’s EU Sanctions Are the Latest Proof: Beijing Doesn’t Understand Democracies

China’s EU Sanctions Are the Latest Proof: Beijing Doesn’t Understand Democracies

By Andreea Brînză
Once again, Beijing has misunderstood the functioning of democratic institutions. It’s part of a long-standing pattern of missteps.

China’s Foreign Minister Heads to the Middle East

China’s Foreign Minister Heads to the Middle East

By Shannon Tiezzi
Wang Yi's six-country tour highlights the region's expanding importance for China.

China Bashes US Over Racism, Inequality, Pandemic Response

China Bashes US Over Racism, Inequality, Pandemic Response

By Ken Moritsugu
Beijing’s annual report on U.S. human rights violations took aim at systemic racial and economic inequality, among other issues.

The Logic of China’s Vaccine Diplomacy

The Logic of China’s Vaccine Diplomacy

By Ivana Karásková and Veronika Blablová
An in-depth look at where China's vaccines are going hints at the motivations behind the campaign.
China and Russia Show Solidarity at Meeting of Foreign Ministers

China and Russia Show Solidarity at Meeting of Foreign Ministers

By Eleanor Albert
The two sides, both under increasing Western pressure, expressed strong opposition to outside "interference."

Xi, Kim Share Messages Reaffirming China-North Korea Alliance

Xi, Kim Share Messages Reaffirming China-North Korea Alliance

By Kim Tong-Hyung
After U.S. diplomats visited Seoul and Tokyo to discuss North Korea issues, Beijing and Pyongyang highlighted their partnership.
The Belt and Road in Italy: 2 Years Later

The Belt and Road in Italy: 2 Years Later

By Francesca Ghiretti
Two years after the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding, where does the BRI stand in Italy?

2nd Canadian Goes on Trial in China on Spying Charges

2nd Canadian Goes on Trial in China on Spying Charges

By Sam McNeil
Diplomats were barred from attending the trial of Michael Kovrig, just like at fellow Canadian Michael Spavor’s trial last week.

Legal Challenges Look to Advance LGBTQ+ Rights in Hong Kong

Legal Challenges Look to Advance LGBTQ+ Rights in Hong Kong

By Jessie Lau
A court case filed by a gay widower highlights Hong Kong's conservative approach to gender.

The Ant Group Incident Reveals the Fragile Future of Innovation in China

The Ant Group Incident Reveals the Fragile Future of Innovation in China

By Zhuoran Li and Gavin Xu
Increasing CCP control, coupled with bureaucratic infighting, decreases the incentives for private companies to try new things.
Do the Anchorage Talks Represent a New Normal for US-China Relations?

Do the Anchorage Talks Represent a New Normal for US-China Relations?

By Shannon Tiezzi
The fiery stance from China’s diplomats signals they are willing to return perceived disrespect with more disrespect.

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