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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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China’s Expanding Influence in Iraq 
March 22, 2023

China’s Expanding Influence in Iraq 

By Sercan Çalışkan
Iraq’s geostrategic location and oil resources make it a crucial point in China’s Belt and Road Initiatives.
China, Russia Recommit to Close Partnership in the Shadow of Ukraine War
March 22, 2023

China, Russia Recommit to Close Partnership in the Shadow of Ukraine War

By Shannon Tiezzi
Anyone seriously considering China playing a role as peacemaker in Ukraine needs to wrestle with its constant and overt declarations of “unswerving” partnership with Russia.

Explaining China’s Diplomatic Strategy on Ukraine
March 21, 2023

Explaining China’s Diplomatic Strategy on Ukraine

By Jianli Yang
China has been sending strong signals that it plans to use its economic clout to bring Ukraine to the bargaining table – to Russia’s benefit. 

Former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou Will Visit China
March 21, 2023

Former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou Will Visit China

By Huizhong Wu
Ma’s tenure oversaw a period of warm ties with China, but his controversial trade deal laid the seeds for the anti-China volte face in Taiwanese public opinion.  

China Commits to Another 5 Years of Xi Jinping’s Information Policies 
March 20, 2023

China Commits to Another 5 Years of Xi Jinping’s Information Policies 

By Sarah Cook
The annual legislative and consultative sessions indicate that China’s leaders will not waver from their emphasis on control at home and aggressiveness abroad.
German Public Opinion in the China Policy Debate
March 20, 2023

German Public Opinion in the China Policy Debate

By Tim Hildebrandt
Growing negative sentiment toward China will increase the pressure on Berlin to moderate its approach toward Beijing.

China’s Xi to Meet Putin as Beijing Seeks Bolder Global Role
March 18, 2023

China’s Xi to Meet Putin as Beijing Seeks Bolder Global Role

By Karl Ritter
Xi will visit Moscow on March 20-22 as speculation grows China is going to push harder for a diplomatic settlement to the war in Ukraine.
The Potential China-Uruguay Trade Deal Risks Fracturing Mercosur
March 18, 2023

The Potential China-Uruguay Trade Deal Risks Fracturing Mercosur

By Igor Patrick
Montevideo is pushing ahead with FTA talks with China – ignoring warnings from neighbors about possible legal and trade action if Uruguay negotiates outside the bloc.

Why China Is Looking for a Bigger Role in the Middle East
March 17, 2023

Why China Is Looking for a Bigger Role in the Middle East

By Mu Chunshan
China's brokering of the Iran-Saudi Arabia agreement advances several diplomatic priorities for Beijing.

Beyond ‘Wolf Warriors’: China’s Multidimensional Diplomacy
March 16, 2023

Beyond ‘Wolf Warriors’: China’s Multidimensional Diplomacy

By Zhuoran Li
The case of the Sino-Japanese thaw in 2018 shows how China pursues foreign policy flexibility through ties with foreign political parties, individual politicians, and business leaders.

Honduras Announces Intention to Drop Taiwan, Recognize China
March 16, 2023

Honduras Announces Intention to Drop Taiwan, Recognize China

By Brian Hioe
President Xiomara Castro is making good on a campaign promise to switch diplomatic recognition to China.
China Expresses ‘Grave Concern’ Over South Korea-US Military Drills
March 16, 2023

China Expresses ‘Grave Concern’ Over South Korea-US Military Drills

By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing is throwing its weight behind Pyongyang’s claim that its missile tests are a necessary defensive response.

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