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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.

Why Angola’s Latest Visit to China Is Good for the G7

Why Angola’s Latest Visit to China Is Good for the G7

By Ovigwe Eguegu
President Lourenço’s visit took place amid the talk of growing global competition between the United States and China in the Southern African region.

Sunflower Movement 10th Anniversary Reflects Taiwan’s Current Political Divisions

Sunflower Movement 10th Anniversary Reflects Taiwan’s Current Political Divisions

By Brian Hioe
From talk of revising the CSSTA to the KMT's return to leadership of the legislature, the Sunflower Movement is echoing in Taiwan's politics today.
Why Russia Will Keep Supporting China in the Indo-Pacific

Why Russia Will Keep Supporting China in the Indo-Pacific

By David Batashvili
Strategies pinned on enticing Russia away from China are based on a fundamental misreading of Moscow’s stated goals and interests.

How Pro-Russia Influencers Framed Taiwan’s Elections on Telegram

How Pro-Russia Influencers Framed Taiwan’s Elections on Telegram

By Levi Bochantin
An investigation into pro-Kremlin Telegram users reveals Russia’s influence operations regarding Taiwan’s sovereignty and democracy.

Why Can’t China Attract Students From Developed Countries Anymore?

Why Can’t China Attract Students From Developed Countries Anymore?

By KAWASHIMA Shin
A recent set of proposals seeks to address an alarming decline.

China’s Foreign Policy After the ‘Two Sessions’

China’s Foreign Policy After the ‘Two Sessions’

By Nathaniel Sher
Beijing’s biggest goal is shaping an international environment that is conducive to economic development.

Mo Yan, China’s Only Nobel-winning Author, Targeted in Patriotic Lawsuit

Mo Yan, China’s Only Nobel-winning Author, Targeted in Patriotic Lawsuit

By Simina Mistreanu
Patriotic campaigns have become more common in recent years in China, as online nationalists attack journalists, writers, or other public figures they say have offended the country's dignity.
China Cracks Down on Tibetan Protest Against a Hydropower Project in Dege

China Cracks Down on Tibetan Protest Against a Hydropower Project in Dege

By Dechen Palmo and Tsering Samdup
China’s cascade dam project on the Drichu, the upper Yangtze River, sparked discontent among the local population.

Why Canceling China’s Annual Premier Press Conference Matters

Why Canceling China’s Annual Premier Press Conference Matters

By Chauncey Jung
The content of the annual press conferences largely stuck to pre-determined questions and scripted replies. But at times, it provided rare moments of honesty.

China’s Two Sessions Announces a 5 Percent Growth Target and 1 Trillion Yuan National Bond

China’s Two Sessions Announces a 5 Percent Growth Target and 1 Trillion Yuan National Bond

By Nick Carraway
China’s main goals this year are stability, the development of critical sectors, and stimulating the economy.  

What’s in Hong Kong’s New National Security Bill?

What’s in Hong Kong’s New National Security Bill?

By Kanis Leung and Zen Soo
The proposed law, which is expected to pass easily, includes stiff penalties and more power to suppress dissent, building on the 2020 National Security Law imposed by Beijing.
China, Taiwan, and Core of Vatican Diplomacy 

China, Taiwan, and Core of Vatican Diplomacy 

By Thomas Ching Wei Tu
When it comes to the Holy See, neither Taipei’s nor Beijing’s typical tactics for wooing diplomatic allies are effective.

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