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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.
The History of China and Iran’s Unlikely Partnership
By Bonnie Girard
How did a communist country and an theocracy form a close partnership?
What Has Karl Marx Ever Done for China?
By Kerry Brown
The key to Marx's appeal for modern China lies in his conception of history.
Challenges in Taiwanese Society
By Shin Kawashima
Transitional Justice and the 31 Preferential Policies
China’s Cybersecurity Headache
By Qiheng Chen
The need to secure smart devices can provide common ground for cooperation
What Did China Really Think of the Xi-Modi Meeting?
By Merriden Varrall and Charlie Lyons Jones
Chinese media coverage was far different than the English language summaries.
The China Challenge to Churchill Downs
By Bonnie Girard
Justify wins; transparency and accountability lose.
China, North Korea Hold Second Summit
By Shannon Tiezzi
Amid a flurry of Korea-centered diplomacy, Xi and Kim make sure they are still on the same page.
How Xi’an’s Past Became a Blueprint for Its Future
By Erin Dunne
Public memory as a tool of development in Xi’an.
Zai Jian, Peppa Pig
By Biyun Song
The removal of the cartoon character is the latest example of Chinese social media giants' self-censorship.
China's 'Common Destiny' Vs. 'America First'
By Jin Kai
A look at the contrasting worldviews of China and the United States.
China Vows to Play a ‘Constructive Role’ in Resolving the Korean Peninsula Issue
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese foreign minister is visiting North Korea now and Chinese premier is to visit Japan soon.
The Fall of ZTE – Even Copying Wasn't an Option
By Bonnie Girard
China still finds itself at arm's length from achieving true excellence in cutting-edge, core technologies.