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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.
What Will Be Added to the Chinese Communist Party’s Constitution?
By Charlotte Gao
The CCP is set to revise its constitution and Xi Jinping’s political thoughts are a barometer of what will be included.
Has China Really Made Great Progress on Human Rights?
By Charlotte Gao
As the 19th Party Congress approaches, China has compiled a book on great achievements in human rights.
China Claims 'Great Sacrifices' on North Korea Issue
By Charlotte Gao
Foreign Ministry spokeswoman says Beijing "has made great sacrifices... at great cost" in regards to North Korea.
Malawi-China Diplomatic Ties: 10 Years On
By Raphael Mweninguwe
A decade after establishing relations with Beijing, has Lilongwe benefited as it had hoped?
Tensions Diffused: China Willing to Reopen Nathu La Pass to Indian Pilgrims
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese foreign ministry says China highly values bilateral people-to-people exchanges
China Shuts Down Multiple TV Programs Before 19th Party Congress
By Charlotte Gao
A number of news and entertainment programs have been banned ahead of the Chinese Communist Party National Congress.
While in Hong Kong, Steve Bannon Changes His Tone on China
By Charlotte Gao
Former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon visited Hong Kong and praised China's president.
On Rohingya Issue, Both China and India Back Myanmar Government
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese foreign ministry says the international community should support the efforts made by Myanmar
After the Doklam Standoff, China Strengthens Ties With Nepal
By Charlotte Gao
China’s foreign minister vows to elevate China-Nepal cooperative partnership to new highs
Asia's Richest Man, Jack Ma, Has Huge Ambitions for Alibaba
By Charlotte Gao
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba celebrates its 18th anniversary.
Who Benefits From China’s Belt and Road in the Arctic?
By Marc Lanteigne
The Arctic implications of China's Belt and Road Initiative merit serious consideration.
Weibo Requires All Users to Register With Real Names by Mid-September
By Charlotte Gao
Those users who don’t register will not be able to post or comment