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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.

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The US Opens a New Compound in Taiwan. It’s Business As Usual.

The US Opens a New Compound in Taiwan. It’s Business As Usual.

By James X. Morris
Despite some initial concerns, the American Institute in Taiwan's opening came and went without major incident.
Here Come the US-China Tariffs

Here Come the US-China Tariffs

By Shannon Tiezzi
After months of threats and talks, the U.S. announces tariffs will take effect July 6. China is set to retaliate.

China’s Former Top Insurance Regulator Pleads Guilty to Bribery

China’s Former Top Insurance Regulator Pleads Guilty to Bribery

By Charlotte Gao
China vows to maintain high pressure on corruption and keep hunting corrupt “foxes.”

The CCP’s Plan to 'Sinicize' Religions

The CCP’s Plan to 'Sinicize' Religions

By Julia Bowie and David Gitter
Bureaucratic changes are intended to aid the CCP in further pressuring religious groups.

The Trump-Kim Summit: Good News for China

The Trump-Kim Summit: Good News for China

By Shannon Tiezzi
China saw its proposals put in motion and its role highlighted by Trump.
The Tsai Administration, Local Elections and China-Taiwan Relations

The Tsai Administration, Local Elections and China-Taiwan Relations

By Yoshiyuki Ogasawara
Upcoming local elections in Taiwan will have regional significance.

China’s National Media Places Rare Blame on ZTE

China’s National Media Places Rare Blame on ZTE

By Charlotte Gao
In exchange for sanctions lifting, ZTE agrees to pay an additional $1 billion penalty to the U.S government.
What Is China's Objective With the 2018 16+1 Summit?

What Is China's Objective With the 2018 16+1 Summit?

By Andrew Witthoeft
What is China's ultimate objective with the 16+1 process?

Swedish Press Jointly Urges China to Free Detained Bookseller Gui Minhai

Swedish Press Jointly Urges China to Free Detained Bookseller Gui Minhai

By Charlotte Gao
Since his dramatic rearrest on a train in January, Swedish citizen Gui Minhai has been detained (again) for months.

North Korea and China, Friends Again?

North Korea and China, Friends Again?

By Anny Boc
How economic engagement with North Korea serves China’s broader strategy in Northeast Asia.

The Legacy of Tiananmen

The Legacy of Tiananmen

By Bonnie Girard
China's leaders made some cold-blooded calculations before sending in the tanks. Their choices still echo today.
Brace Yourselves: The US-China Trade War Is About to Begin

Brace Yourselves: The US-China Trade War Is About to Begin

By Shannon Tiezzi
With less than 2 weeks before tariffs are rolled out, the latest effort at negotiations has come and gone.

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