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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.
The China Factor in Taiwan’s Local Elections
By Michelle Tsai
The ruling DPP’s defeat may offer China opportunities ahead of the 2020 presidential election.
China’s Djibouti Base: A One Year Update
By Tyler Headley
China's first overseas military base provides an interesting test case for its global ambitions.
China's Great Social Credit Leap Forward
By Pete Hunt
The party-state may find that even when surveillance solutions scale, so do data problems.
China’s Crackdown on Hong Kong’s Freedoms Is Bad for Business
By Joel Sandhu and Jill van de Walle
Limiting the impact of the U.S.-China trade war will involve upholding the unique status of Hong Kong.
The G20 Summit: Highlighting China’s Headache
By Bonnie Girard
Xi has a choice: stand tough and risk economic disaster, or compromise and risk looking weak at home.
China Stays Tough on Xinjiang Policy Despite Growing Global Outcry
By Charlotte Gao
While scholars worldwide call for sanctions, Chinese authorities are poised to expand the crackdown to other regions.
Taiwan’s Voters Have Dealt a Brutal Blow to the Ruling DPP
By Nick Aspinwall
The KMT rode a “blue wave” in an election more about local concerns than the influence of China or the U.S.
KMT Shocks With Its Success in Taiwan Elections
By James X. Morris
The DPP must turn to self-reflection after heavy losses in local polls.
Chinese Scientist Claims to Create World’s First Gene-Edited Twins
By Charlotte Gao
Although unconfirmed, the claim has already triggered a heated controversy at home and abroad.
China’s Golden Era in Portugal
By Philippe Le Corre
Why is this medium-sized southern European country being targeted by Chinese investors?
Papua New Guinea Stands up to China – For Now
By Bonnie Girard
Reports of China “bullying” APEC's poorest member marred the latest annual summit in PNG.
China-Philippines Relations: Can the 'Rainbow' Last?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi's visit was a feel-good exercise, spotlighting cooperation on the Belt and Road and even the South China Sea.