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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.
Was Moon Jae-in’s China Trip Successful?
By Charlotte Gao
Although Beijing didn’t give him a “state visit plus” reception, the South Korean president made a meaningful trip.
Beijing’s Carrot-and-Stick Approach to Hong Kong
By Charlotte Gao
Hong Kong’s Chief Executive Carrie Lam gives her annual report to Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
China Unveils New Unmanned Surface Vehicle, Claimed to Be the World's Fastest
By Ankit Panda
Researchers claim the Tianxing-1 is the world's fastest unmanned surface vehicle.
Xi Jinping in 2017: The World's Luckiest Man
By Kerry Brown
Xi Jinping's political dominance owes a great deal to factors completely beyond his control.
China and South Korea Hail ‘New Start’ Amid Scuffle
By Charlotte Gao
South Korean President Moon Jae-in pays a state visit to China for the first time since he took office.
Beijing Leader Sends Condolences to Migrant Workers After Evicting Them
By Charlotte Gao
Thousands of migrant workers have been evicted from their rental homes under Beijing’s demolition campaign.
China’s Top Procuratorate Opens Criminal Case Against Sun Zhengcai
By Charlotte Gao
Former Chongqing Party leader Sun Zhengcai has been under CCP investigation for five months.
Why China Should Take the Lead on Climate Change
By Zhang Chao
China's leaders are reluctant to commit to a leadership role. Here's why they should dive in.
China Promotes Human Rights 'With Chinese Characteristics'
By Charlotte Gao
Ahead of Human Rights Day, China hosted a human rights forum for developing countries.
China: 2017 Was 'Crossroads of History'
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese Foreign Minister says the world is at a crucial stage of shifting balance of power.
China's Foreign Minister Reflects on 2017 in Chinese Foreign Policy
By Ankit Panda
The Chinese foreign minister looks back on 2017.
The CCP Plants the China Dream Abroad
By David Gitter
“The CCP’s arms of influence are targeting foreign societies in ways that have seldom been fully considered.”