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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.
China’s Renewed Ambitions in Cabo Verde, the Frontier Between Africa and the EU
By Melanie Shi
It’s no coincidence that China’s new push in the island nation focuses on energy and digital development.
During Ramaphosa’s Visit, China and South Africa Upgrade Strategic Ties
By Aparna Divya
The South African president’s visit was a microcosm of the priorities in China’s relations with African states.
China’s African Bet and Vice Versa: A Positive-Sum Game?
By Muhammad Murad
Despite criticism and skepticism, China seems to be Africa’s last hope, if not its best bet.
Chinese Soccer Appears to be Getting Worse Despite President Xi’s Pledge to Make It Better
By Stephen Wade
As China tries to qualify for a men's World Cup for the first time since 2002, it suffered a historically lopsided loss to Japan.
Taipei-Shanghai Forum: A Litmus Test for Cross-Strait Engagement
By Hiro Fu
The annual Twin City Forum this year will gauge political will for cross-strait engagement amid escalating tensions – if it occurs at all.
As the TPP Faces Controversy, Will Third Parties Disappear From Taiwan Politics?
By Austin Horng-En Wang
Even if the TPP loses ground, the popular demand for a third option in Taiwan’s political sphere remains strong.
China’s Disinformation and US Elections: What to Watch for in Congressional Contests
By Sarah Cook
Beijing’s track record of targeting parliamentarians spans multiple countries, with implications for the United States.
Ko Wen-je Briefly Arrested as Corruption Investigations Against His TPP Advance
By Brian Hioe
Ko was released due to lack of evidence, but the legal troubles surrounding Taiwan's major third party continue.
Chinese General Li’s Ill-Timed Visit to Pakistan
By Ghulam Ali
By sending its top army official to Pakistan on the anniversary of a prominent separatist leader's death, China risks inadvertently fanning the flames of anti-China resentment in Balochistan.
China’s Leader Xi Jinping and Top General Meet US National Security Adviser
By Ken Moritsugu and Huizhong Wu
Jake Sullivan’s trip to Beijing this week was part of a multi-year effort to keep China-U.S. tensions from spiraling into conflict.
Africa, China, and the Race for Critical Minerals: A New Focus for FOCAC?
By Yixin Yu
Despite the broad scope of topics covered at FOCAC, one crucial area remains notably underrepresented: mining and critical minerals.
China Isn’t Poised to Invade Taiwan – But Beijing Might Benefit From That Perception
By Thiago de Aragao
China’s approach to Taiwan is less about an actual invasion and more about the strategic use of tensions to gain leverage – and shore up CCP legitimacy.
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