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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.
What's Next for the China-CEE 16+1 Platform?
By Bartosz Kowalski
After the China-CEE Summit in Sofia, the “16+1” initiative is heading toward the EU.
Is There Really a ‘China Model’?
By Bonnie Girard
A closer look at Chinese claims that its blueprint for growth can be exported.
Only 4 Days in, China-US Trade War Escalates
By Charlotte Gao
The Trump administration announces additional tariffs on Chinese products and China vows to retaliate “as always.”
How Good Are China’s Cyber Defenses?
By Greg Austin
The foundations of China's cyber defenses remain weak.
While China and Germany Sign Trade Deals, Liu Xiaobo’s Widow Allowed to Leave China
By Charlotte Gao
Angela Merkel scores a human rights victory while Li Keqiang is in Germany to talk trade.
Amid US-China Trade War, Beijing Worries About Its Financial Sector
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese financial authorities insist China is capable of “winning big battles” and “tackling external risks.”
China’s Polar Strategy: An Emerging Gray Zone?
By Rebecca Pincus
How China is positioning itself to wield influence in the Arctic and Antarctic.
Football and the China Dream
By Kerry Brown and Layne Vandenberg
Even when playing the same game, China's aims are different.
US-China Trade War Starts
By Charlotte Gao
China accuses the United States of waging the biggest trade war ever in economic history.
What to Expect at the 2018 China-CEE 16+1 Summit
By Richard Q. Turcsanyi
What to watch for as the premiers of China and Central and Eastern European countries gather in Sofia.
HNA Group Chairman’s Sudden Death Stokes Conspiracy Theories
By Charlotte Gao
Wang Jian reportedly died in an accident during a business trip in France.
China Issues Travel Warning Against US, Citing ‘Frequent’ Shootings, Robberies, and Thefts
By Charlotte Gao
Earlier, the United States warned its citizens to “exercise increased caution in China.”