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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.
Why Do Chinese Reject Middle Eastern Refugees?
By Wang Jin
Islamophobia is a potent factor, but not the whole story.
Farewell VPNs & Independent Multimedia Content: China Vows to Clear Network Space
By DD Wu
More and more providers of independent audio and video news contents as well as VPN services are shut down.
What Will It Take to Clean China’s Air?
By Yang Yi
Local governments and industries continue to skirt new regulations designed to limit air pollution.
China’s Struggle With Demographic Change
By Spencer Sheehan
Will China's aging population bring down the economy?
China's AIIB Is About to Face 2 Major Tests
By Kate Geary
The bank’s directors will vote on a new energy sector strategy and a risky financing model.
Panama Switch Marks China's Return to Checkbook Diplomacy
By Timothy S. Rich and Vasabjit Banerjee
Taiwan should resist the temptation to also play the game of offering aid for recognition.
Taiwan Loses Another Ally as Panama Embraces China
By Shannon Tiezzi
There have been hints of the coming shift for years, despite Taiwan's efforts.
Can China Live Up to Its Climate Fighting Promise?
By Kyle Mullin
China's pursuit of renewable energy will not be easy or quick.
What a University of Maryland Commencement Speech Reveals About China
By Zheng Wang
And it's not what you think.
How an Overlooked Provincial Capital Became a Silk Road Hub
By Alessandra Colarizi
Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan, is emerging as the key transit node for the Belt and Road in northern China.
China Tightens Censorship: Farewell, Celebrity Gossip?
By DD Wu
China shuts down dozens of popular paparazzi social media accounts overnight.
Xi-Putin Meet on SCO Summit Sidelines to Strengthen China-Russia Ties
By DD Wu
Good relations between China and Russia is vital to world peace and stability, said the Chinese president.