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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.
Taiwan Loses 2 Diplomatic Allies, Wins US Support Ahead of Crucial Presidential Election
By Nick Aspinwall
The diplomatic defections of Kiribati and the Solomon Islands were followed by a strong statement of U.S. support for Taiwan.
Will Beijing’s Taiwan Strategy Backfire?
By Travis Sanderson
China’s strategy of global diplomatic isolation will harm Chinese interests in the long-run.
Expanding Cyber Demands Embolden China’s Homegrown Cybersecurity Darlings
By Mohammed Shihab
China is building a welcoming ecosystem for its homegrown tech darlings.
In Taiwan, Hong Kongers Call for Attention
By James X. Morris
Hong Kongers in Taipei lead a call for Taiwanese to pay attention and be wary.
China’s Growing “Green” Engagement in MENA
By Ossman Elnaggar
Across the region, China has made targeted and strategic investments in major renewable energy projects.
Taiwan Warns Against Travel to China, Hong Kong After Detention of Taiwanese Nationals
By Nick Aspinwall
Over 1 million Taiwanese nationals could be living or working in China, which remains Taiwan’s largest trading partner.
Facing US Ban, Huawei Emerging as Stronger tech Competitor
By Joe McDonald
Huawei Technologies Ltd. is the No. 2 smartphone brand worldwide.
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.