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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.
China’s Green Energy Investments Aim at Latin America Amid Competition With the US
By Ricardo Lopes Kotz
Chinese investments in Latin America are shifting to focus on decarbonization and renewable energies, using technologies that are strategic for the future of the global economy.
Lai Ching-te’s Inaugural Address: 5 Things To Watch
By Ross Feingold
When Taiwan’s next president takes office on May 20, the world will be paying close attention to the signals he sends in his first speech.
China’s Investment in the Balkans: A Decade of Discontent
By Nils Resare and Wawa Wang
Chinese investments into the Western Balkans have left a trail of public outcry and legal battles, revealing a region grappling with the complexities of economic development and foreign influence.
China and EU-candidate Serbia Sign Agreement to Build a ‘Shared Future’
By Dusan Stojanovic and Jovana Gec
Serbia became the first European country to commit to building a “community of common destiny” with China.
China’s Advance in Central America and Its Strategic Importance
By R. Evan Ellis
A China-dominated cluster is emerging among the three regimes in Central America not friendly toward the U.S.
Protest Song ‘Glory to Hong Kong’ Now Banned in City After Appeals Court Overturns Ruling
By Kanis Leung
“Glory to Hong Kong” was often sung by demonstrators during huge anti-government protests in 2019.
Xi Jinping’s Visit to Europe Tests Transatlantic, EU Cohesion on China Policy
By Valbona Zeneli
Xi’s selected destinations in Europe – France, Serbia, and Hungary – carry a strong narrative significance.
Politburo Proposals Spark Optimism in China’s Troubled Property Market
By Lizzi C. Lee
Despite positive market reactions, true recovery awaits deep fiscal and tax reforms anticipated at the upcoming Third Plenum.
Ma Ying-jeou’s Trip to China
By KAWASHIMA Shin
What is the significance of the visit by Taiwan’s former president?
Xi in France: What Is There to Celebrate?
By Valerie Niquet
The challenge for Paris will be to try to give meaning to a visit that ultimately doesn’t have much to offer.
For First Time, China Publicizes Alleged 2016 South China Sea Agreement With Philippines
By Christopher Bodeen
A statement from the Chinese Embassy in Manila described a “temporary special arrangement” supposedly agreed to during a visit to Beijing by former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
China Signals a Loosening of Data and AI Governance
By Jonathan Dove
China’s regulators now appear to be shifting the scales in favor of development. Will it last?