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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.
Why China Can’t Ignore Syria’s Rebel Factions
By George Marshall Lerner
Beijing might prefer to deal with Assad, but major oil resources are held by rebel groups.
China: The Accidental World Leader?
By Amitai Etzioni
If the U.S. under Trump leaves a vacuum, will China be the one to fill it?
China's Xi Finally Speaks to Trump, Who Affirms US 'One China' Policy: Major Takeaways
By Ankit Panda
Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump finally speak.
China and the Vatican Are a Step Closer to Mending Ties
By Cal Wong
According to a Hong Kong bishop, China and the Holy See have a solution to the major issue keeping them apart.
How China Plans to Beat the Rebalance
By Timothy Heath
China's plan to supplant U.S. influence in the Asia-Pacific.
Rebel Legislator Enters Race for Hong Kong Chief Executive
By Cal Wong
Leung Kwok-hung, a long-time thorn in Beijing's side, announces his candidacy.
The Domestic Hazards in China’s Diplomacy
By Xue Li and Xu Yanzhuo
China's foreign policy decision-making process has serious flaws that need to be addressed.
US Sanctions on Iran: Good or Bad News for China?
By Wang Jin
Some Chinese are celebrating Trump’s move, but the new sanctions pose economic and political risks for China.
China, the US, and Russia: The Art of Love
By Kerry Brown
The potential for a sunny U.S.-Russia relationship is derailing China's own diplomatic plans.
Is China Open to Talking About Trade With Trump?
By Ankit Panda
China's Foreign Ministry notes that "friendly consultations" may heal rifts between U.S. and China on trade.
The Future of China-US Relations in the Trump Era
By Shen Dingli
How will the Trump administration influence US-China ties in the political, economic, and security spheres?
Many Belts, Many Roads: How China's Provinces Will Tweak a Global Project
By Adrian Raftery
OBOR may be a national-level plan, but the provincial governments will mold the project to suit local needs.