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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.
Trump’s Tweet Further Strengthens China-Pakistan Ties
By Charlotte Gao
While the U.S. plans to cut security assistance for Pakistan, Pakistan adopts the Chinese yuan as a currency for trade.
As America Withdraws From Latin America, China Steps in
By Antonio C. Hsiang
With so little opposition from the United States, China’s Belt and Road Initiative will easily extend to Latin America.
Iran Protests: What’s China’s Stance?
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese foreign ministry hopes that “Iran can maintain stability and achieve development.”
What Does France's President Want to Achieve in China?
By Valérie Niquet
On the eve of President Macron's visit to China, the relationship is caught between expectations and frustrations.
2018: China Vows to Be the Keeper of International Order
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese President Xi Jinping makes a resolution on international affairs during his New Year's speech.
What Caused China’s Squeeze on Natural Gas?
By Li Jing
A program to ban coal heating and switch to gas left households in the cold. What happened?
German Ambassador Raises Concerns Over Difficulties Faced by German Businesses in China
By Charlotte Gao
China’s Foreign Ministry criticized the ambassador for being “unprofessional and irresponsible.”
China Vows to Play an Active Role in Settling the Palestine-Israel Issue
By Charlotte Gao
The Palestinian-Israeli Peace Symposium was held in Beijing on December 21-22.
China Plans to Amend Its Constitution
By Charlotte Gao
The Chinese Communist Party is determined to establish the National Supervision Commission, despite strong opposition.
China Sets Plan for High-Quality Development at Central Economic Work Conference: What Does It Mean?
By Jason Zukus
“Three tough battles” against major risks, poverty, and pollution planned to be won by 2020.
8 Top Chinese Intellectuals Demand Constitutional Review of Beijing’s Mass Eviction
By Charlotte Gao
But few people have learned about the petition, as it has been quickly deleted online.
Why Is China Holding the China-Pakistan-Afghanistan Dialogue Now?
By Charlotte Gao
Beijing aims to incorporate Pakistan and Afghanistan deeper into its sphere of influence.