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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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Chinese President Announces Detailed Plans to Further Open Market

Chinese President Announces Detailed Plans to Further Open Market

By Charlotte Gao
This is an apparent concessional response to Trump’s trade policy, even though Beijing won’t admit it.
China, Russia 'Show Americans' Their Close Relationship

China, Russia 'Show Americans' Their Close Relationship

By Shannon Tiezzi
Twin visits to Russia by China's foreign and defense ministers send a clear signal of China-Russia cooperation.

Xiong’an New Area: 1,000 Years of Government Intervention

Xiong’an New Area: 1,000 Years of Government Intervention

By Zhang Ling
1,000 years before Xi Jinping proclaimed the Xiong'an New Area, the Northern Song Dynasty turned the area into a swamp.

Thailand's Kra Canal: China's Way Around the Malacca Strait

Thailand's Kra Canal: China's Way Around the Malacca Strait

By Rhea Menon
A 200-year-old dream might finally become a reality under China's Belt and Road.

Imperfect Democracy: The Way for Marriage Equality in Taiwan

Imperfect Democracy: The Way for Marriage Equality in Taiwan

By Zoe Leung
Will Civil Code amendments or new legislation best serve the rights of same-sex couples in Taiwan?
Trade Wars: China Strikes Back

Trade Wars: China Strikes Back

By Shannon Tiezzi
China unveils tariffs on $50 billion in U.S. imports, mirroring the Trump administration's penalties on Chinese goods.

China’s Hardened Stance on Hong Kong and Taiwan

China’s Hardened Stance on Hong Kong and Taiwan

By Johan Englund
Dark days are ahead for Hong Kong and Taiwan as Beijing's hardline strategy continues.
US-China Trade 'Battles' Have Started

US-China Trade 'Battles' Have Started

By Charlotte Gao
Although the U.S. and China are imposing tit-for-tat tariffs now, the chance of resolving the dispute is still high.  

China Renews 'All Weather Friendship' With Zimbabwe's New President

China Renews 'All Weather Friendship' With Zimbabwe's New President

By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing pivoted quickly to embrace Mugabe's successor, and now welcomes President Mnangagwa for a state visit.

China's Flawed Model for Peace

China's Flawed Model for Peace

By Manoj Kewalramani
Xi promised to provide “Chinese solutions” to world problems, but its strategy for managing conflict has serious flaws.

Ahead of Drills in South China Sea, Chinese Foreign Minister Visits Vietnam

Ahead of Drills in South China Sea, Chinese Foreign Minister Visits Vietnam

By Charlotte Gao
China and Vietnam agree to “cautiously handle maritime issues.”
When America Stands up to China

When America Stands up to China

By Xie Tao
Trump is acting in line with a growing consensus in Washington: it's time to get tough on China.

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