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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’s Presidential Frontrunners Just Tested Very Different Foreign Waters
By Nick Aspinwall
President Tsai Ing-wen visited Taiwan’s Pacific diplomatic allies, while Han Kuo-yu stopped in Hong Kong, Macau, and China.
The Curious Case of Jack Ma at West Point
By Bonnie Girard
Why did the U.S. Military Academy invite a Communist Party member who made his billions selling counterfeit goods?
US Officials Arrive in China for Yet Another Round of Trade Talks
By Joe McDonald
An earlier end-of-March target for a final deal has fallen by the wayside, but discussions continue.
After Xi's Visit to France, Chinese Communist Party Expels Former Interpol Chief
By Charlotte Gao
Meng Hongwei, the former president of Lyon, France-based Interpol, will face prosecution soon.
China’s Future Looks Brighter Away From Beijing
By Scott Moore
The future of China is being built not in the capital, but in dynamic southern cities like Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
‘Double-Faced’ Lu Wei Jailed for 14 Years for Bribery
By Charlotte Gao
China's former internet czar accepted the judgment in court and said he would not appeal.
Xi Jinping in Europe: A Tale of 2 Countries
By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi’s receptions in Italy and France were markedly different. So were the benefits for the hosts – but not in the way you’d expect.
Europe's Divided Approach to China and Human Rights
By Björn Jerdén and Tim Rühlig
EU countries adopt widely divergent stances on human rights issues in their dealings with China.
China’s Weaponization of Market Access Might Backfire
By Xiaochen Su
Politicizing foreign investment will make companies think twice before putting their money in the Chinese market.
The Old Silk Road to Rome Gets New Life
By Kyle Anderson and Logan Pauley
Don't overlook the historical underpinnings of the modern day China-Italy connection.
Taiwan’s Presidential Race Has a Surprise Contender: Tsai Ing-wen's Former Premier
By Nick Aspinwall
The candidacy of William Lai, a supporter of Taiwanese independence, is a stunning challenge to the more centrist Tsai administration.
Vatican Renews Overtures to China Ahead of Xi’s Italy Visit
By Nicole Winfield
After a breakthrough in China-Vatican relations, speculation is mounting that Xi will meet Pope Francis this week.