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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.
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
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
By Shannon Tiezzi
With less than 2 weeks before tariffs are rolled out, the latest effort at negotiations has come and gone.
What China’s Upcoming Space Station Means for the World
By Namrata Goswami and Namrata Goswami
The planned space station will give China a powerful diplomatic tool for influence.
Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison, Anbang’s Founder Appeals
By Charlotte Gao
Wu Xiaohui, once a high-profile Chinese tycoon, decides to fight to the end.
China's Complicated LGBT Movement
By Si Chen
Is China becoming a more open and friendly place for LGBT people? The answer is both yes and no.
Ahead of Trade Talks, Trump Slaps More Tariffs on China
By Charlotte Gao
“Tariffs or threat of tariffs are a very useful and powerful negotiation tactic,” as the AmCham China chair put it.
Was Merkel’s Visit to China Successful?
By Charlotte Gao
While achieving a united front on the Iran nuclear deal, Merkel stood firm on human rights issues.
Beyond Tech Transfer: The Challenge of Chinese Tech Expanding Abroad
By Grzegorz Stec
A focus on Chinese investment overlooks the potential dangers of China's homegrown technology.
What Does China Really Think of North Korea?
By Kerry Brown
Forget talk of “lips and teeth” -- Chinese contempt for North Korea is palpable.
Is China Really Targeting US Diplomats With a 'Sonic Attack'?
By Charlotte Gao
Is a U.S. diplomat the victim of a Chinese sonic attack -- or is this a spy gadget malfunction?
China Puts the Squeeze on Taiwan
By Shannon Tiezzi
The loss of yet another diplomatic ally -- Burkina Faso -- is just the tip of the iceberg.