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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.
From Tiananmen to Hong Kong: An Evolution of Protesting in China
By Travis Sanderson
The main differences boil down to experiences of freedom, realism, and technology.
A Lockdown in Central Beijing
By Bonnie Girard
The Chinese capital locked up tourists and business travelers will little advance notice, all for a parade rehearsal.
Taiwan Hosts Top Solomon Islands Official Amid Reports of a Diplomatic Switch to Beijing
By Nick Aspinwall
Solomon islands foreign minister visits Taipei days after a report said a diplomatic switch to Beijing was imminent.
U.S.-China Trade War and the Fourth Industrial Revolution
By Jin Kai
A new era is dawning, presaged by dark clouds between the world’s two leading economies.
Taiwan President Sues Scholars for Alleging Her Doctorate Degree is Fake
By Nick Aspinwall
Tsai Ing-wen is taking legal action against unsubstantiated questioning of the veracity of her diploma as she heads into her bid for re-election.
Patriotic Shift for China’s ‘First Class of School’ TV Program
By Kendra Brock
This year’s show opened with video of the Chinese flag being raised across the country.
Why the Mutually Assured Destruction Rhetoric in Hong Kong Is Dangerous
By Brian Wong
To pull Hong Kong back from the edge, all potentially influential parties must act – with strategic savvy.
A Return to Normal for Beijing and Pyongyang?
By Eleanor Albert
The chill between the two countries began to dissipate in early 2018 and ties have continued to warm.
Hong Kong Withdraws Extradition Bill That Sparked Protests
By Katie Tam
Is it too little, too late?
Young Students Make Their Voices Heard in Hong Kong
By Bonnie Girard
The generation born under Chinese sovereignty in Hong Kong is pushing back on Beijing, too.
In Hong Kong, The World of Suzie Wong Became a War Zone
By Bonnie Girard
Over the weekend, protesters took over Wanchai District in Hong Kong.
Report: Solomon Islands ‘Clearly Leaning’ Toward Changing Recognition From Taipei to Beijing
By Ankit Panda
The Pacific Island state’s decision to switch would leave Taiwan with just 16 remaining diplomatic allies.