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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.
Is This the Year China Gets Serious About Ending Rural Poverty?
By Shannon Tiezzi
China has long spoken of a 'war on poverty,' but recent signs suggest it might be even more of a focus in 2018.
China and Ethiopia, Part 1: The Light Railway System
By Istvan Tarrosy and Zoltán Vörös
Time is ticking to repay Ethiopia's light rail debt, which is not going to be easy without making sufficient profit.
What Did China's 'Green Teams' Accomplish?
By Leigh Wedell
China's green inspection teams just wrapped up a two-year, nationwide inspection.
Why Is Yang Jiechi Visiting the US Now?
By Charlotte Gao
Yang, who was recently elevated to the Politburo, is famous for his experience in managing U.S.-China relations.
Rebutting Spying Allegations, China Pledges to Be Africa's 'Most Reliable' Partner
By Shannon Tiezzi
The chair of the African Union Commission visits China after a report claims Beijing bugged the AU building.
A Chinese Model for Global Leadership?
By Yanfei Li
China is emerging as a leader in the economic, technological, and social sectors.
China Has Mixed Feelings About Elon Musk’s Falcon Heavy Success
By Charlotte Gao
While many Chinese netizens applaud Musk’s victory, nationalism pulls in another direction.
China to India: Respect Maldives' Sovereignty
By Shannon Tiezzi
China's Foreign Ministry warns the world not to “complicate the situation” by interfering in the unfolding crisis.
A Closer Look at China’s ‘Struggle’ Against Gang Crime
By Charlotte Gao
China has mobilized the whole legal enforcement system to implement its grand campaign.
China’s Solar Power Dominance and Trump’s Trade Tariffs
By Samuel Corwin
What are the consequences of the Trump administration’s tariffs on foreign-made solar cells?
Again, Sweden Condemns China for Detaining Bookseller Gui Minhai
By Charlotte Gao
Despite pressure from the international community, China hasn’t provided any explanation on Gui’s rearrest so far.
Macron and May: A Tale of 2 China Visits
By Georgiana Boboc
How France and the U.K. envision relations with China, based on their leaders' recent trips.