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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.
The Obstacles to China's Bid for Soft Power
By John Ford
China’s president wants to be seen as leading the defense of globalization, but this will be easier said than done.
The Four Types of China Engager: Which Are You?
By Ben Lowsen
Dragon Slayer, Diplomat, Sinologist, or Panda Hugger, where do you fit in?
What's Are China's Stakes in Syria?
By Uran Botobekov
The presence and activity of Uyghurs in the Turkestan Islamic Party in Syria draws Beijing's attention to the Middle East
China-US Relations: Get Ready for a Change
By Teng Jianqun
Moving forward, both sides will have to make adjustments to their usual approach to the relationship.
What Does President Trump Mean for China's Middle East Interests?
By Wang Jin
Trump's "America First" slogan could force China to play a more active role in Middle Eastern issues.
China-led Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Set For Membership Expansion
By Ankit Panda
The China-led AIIB is ready for its first large membership expansion.
China Wants to Make it Rain (Literally)
By Cal Wong
Cloud-seeding technology gets a boost with a new investment meant to combat drought.
Xi’s Davos Speech: Is China the New Champion for the Liberal International Order?
By Thomas E. Kellogg
Don't expect China to fill in the gap should the United States retreat from global leadership.
The Dragon Mart Fiasco Still Haunts China-Mexico Relations
By Edmund Downie
The death of the $180 million shopping complex highlights stumbling blocks to closer economic cooperation.
Top Chinese Official: China-Taiwan Ties to Grow 'Even More Complex and Grim' in 2017
By Ankit Panda
Yu Zhengsheng warns of coming cold winds in China-Taiwan relations.
Is China on the Road to International Isolation?
By Dániel Balázs and Patrick Mendis
China's willingness to do business with dictators will undermine national interest in the long run.
The Pitfalls of Law Enforcement Cooperation With China
By Thomas Eder and Bertram Lang
Europe's police and judicial cooperation with China raises difficult questions, especially with regard to extradition.