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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.
In Brunei, China Woos Rival South China Sea Claimant
By Shannon Tiezzi
Economic help is far more important to Brunei than the maritime disputes. That's music to China's ears.
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Xi Arrives in Papua New Guinea for First-Ever Visit by a Chinese President
November 16, 2018
Xi Arrives in Papua New Guinea for First-Ever Visit by a Chinese President
Xi Jinping hopes to defend – and expand – China’s role in the Pacific.
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Xi Arrives in Papua New Guinea for First-Ever Visit by a Chinese President
Chinese Nationalism: The Dog That Barks in the Night
November 16, 2018
Chinese Nationalism: The Dog That Barks in the Night
Chinese nationalism is often talked about as dangerous. But what, exactly, is the threat?
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Chinese Nationalism: The Dog That Barks in the Night
Why Didn’t China Honor Its World War I Dead?
November 15, 2018
Why Didn’t China Honor Its World War I Dead?
Skipping the Armistice Day ceremonies in Paris was a missed opportunity for Xi Jinping.
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Why Didn’t China Honor Its World War I Dead?
What Taiwan’s Upcoming Elections Will Tell Us About Its Future
November 13, 2018
What Taiwan’s Upcoming Elections Will Tell Us About Its Future
The vote is set to serve as a referendum on Tsai Ing-wen’s anti-China stance. Challengers are picking up steam.
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What Taiwan’s Upcoming Elections Will Tell Us About Its Future
For China, How Much Will the Outcome of the US Mid-Term Elections Matter?
November 10, 2018
For China, How Much Will the Outcome of the US Mid-Term Elections Matter?
There may be brief respite for Beijing, but long-term competition isn't going anywhere.
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For China, How Much Will the Outcome of the US Mid-Term Elections Matter?
Why Is Transparency So Important for China’s Development Assistance?
November 10, 2018
Why Is Transparency So Important for China’s Development Assistance?
The lack of transparency only given strength to China’s critics and tied its own hands.
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Why Is Transparency So Important for China’s Development Assistance?
What Does the 1992 Consensus Mean to Citizens in Taiwan?
November 10, 2018
What Does the 1992 Consensus Mean to Citizens in Taiwan?
Hint: it’s not what either Taiwan or China think it means.
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What Does the 1992 Consensus Mean to Citizens in Taiwan?
The Belt and Road in Victoria: No Big Deal
November 10, 2018
The Belt and Road in Victoria: No Big Deal
The furor over Victoria’s MoU with China overlooks that – in Beijing's eyes – the BRI is already at work in Australia.
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The Belt and Road in Victoria: No Big Deal
Ahead of Xi-Trump G20 Meeting, Xi Meets Foreign Policy Guru Kissinger
November 09, 2018
Ahead of Xi-Trump G20 Meeting, Xi Meets Foreign Policy Guru Kissinger
Xi told Kissinger that China and the United States must have accurate judgments of each other's strategic intentions.
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Ahead of Xi-Trump G20 Meeting, Xi Meets Foreign Policy Guru Kissinger
What President Bolsonaro Means for China-Brazil Relations
November 09, 2018
What President Bolsonaro Means for China-Brazil Relations
Will Jair Bolsonaro’s tough talk on China translate into policy?
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What President Bolsonaro Means for China-Brazil Relations
Xinjiang Detention Camp or Vocational Center: Is China ‘Calling A Deer A Horse’?
November 08, 2018
Xinjiang Detention Camp or Vocational Center: Is China ‘Calling A Deer A Horse’?
China defends its Xinjiang policy during the UN Human Rights Council’s universal periodic review.
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Xinjiang Detention Camp or Vocational Center: Is China ‘Calling A Deer A Horse’?
Beijing Bars Independent Intellectuals From Attending Harvard Events on China’s Reform and Opening
November 07, 2018
Beijing Bars Independent Intellectuals From Attending Harvard Events on China’s Reform and Opening
While Chinese leaders vow to deepen reform and opening-up, the Chinese government seems to be doing the opposite.
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Beijing Bars Independent Intellectuals From Attending Harvard Events on China’s Reform and Opening
Is a Thaw Coming in US-China Relations?
November 07, 2018
Is a Thaw Coming in US-China Relations?
There are hopeful signs on several fronts, from trade issues to security ties.
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Is a Thaw Coming in US-China Relations?
In Buying From The World, What Messages Is China Sending?
November 07, 2018
In Buying From The World, What Messages Is China Sending?
The CIIE is a sign of China’s commitment to opening up and boosting consumer-led growth.
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In Buying From The World, What Messages Is China Sending?
China Opens First Import Expo With Veiled Warning to Trump
November 06, 2018
China Opens First Import Expo With Veiled Warning to Trump
Globalization cannot be stopped by anyone, Xi warned as he welcomed other countries to boost exports to China.
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China Opens First Import Expo With Veiled Warning to Trump
How Do Chinese Netizens View the US-China Trade War?
November 02, 2018
How Do Chinese Netizens View the US-China Trade War?
Most Chinese netizens aren’t overly concerned about the trade tensions with the United States.
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How Do Chinese Netizens View the US-China Trade War?
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