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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.

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President Bio’s Visit Charts a More Holistic Path for China-Sierra Leone Relations

President Bio’s Visit Charts a More Holistic Path for China-Sierra Leone Relations

By Rosie Wigmore
The trend toward diversification could also be a bellwether for China’s relationship with other African countries.
The Political Calculus Behind Xi Jinping’s Emphasis on Climate Leadership

The Political Calculus Behind Xi Jinping’s Emphasis on Climate Leadership

By Bin Gu and Jonghyuk Lee
Under Xi, China has embraced green diplomacy as part of its global ambitions.

After the 2024 Election, Taiwan’s Real Challenge Begins

After the 2024 Election, Taiwan’s Real Challenge Begins

By Syaru Shirley Lin
The next 4 years will test Taiwan’s resilience in the face of geopolitical rivalry, climate crisis, diminishing socioeconomic prospects, and an aging society while being led by a divided government.

China Looks to Revive Slowing Economy and Salvage Property Market as Annual Congress Convenes

China Looks to Revive Slowing Economy and Salvage Property Market as Annual Congress Convenes

By Dake Kang and Elaine Kurtenbach
Now is Beijing’s chance to keep short-term economic issues from turning into a long-term slowdown, experts say. But it’s not clear what steps the government is willing to take.

China-Taiwan Boat Collision Near Kinmen Continues to Reverberate in Taiwanese Politics

China-Taiwan Boat Collision Near Kinmen Continues to Reverberate in Taiwanese Politics

By Brian Hioe
It’s an early test case of the new dynamics of power between the KMT and the DPP, and the impact on cross-strait relations. 
China’s Shuttle Diplomacy With Ukraine and Russia: All Symbol, No Substance

China’s Shuttle Diplomacy With Ukraine and Russia: All Symbol, No Substance

By Rakshith Shetty
Despite its second round of shuttle diplomacy, China remains hesitant to engage fully in genuine negotiations at this stage.

China Targets Overseas Social Media Influencers in Its Latest Transnational Repression Scheme

China Targets Overseas Social Media Influencers in Its Latest Transnational Repression Scheme

By Chauncey Jung
In a break from its past censorship strategies, China is now attempting to expand its circle of influence beyond its own borders. 
China and Japan: What’s in a Term?

China and Japan: What’s in a Term?

By KAWASHIMA Shin
A “Mutually Beneficial Relationship Based on Common Strategic Interests” makes a comeback.

Hong Kong’s Article 23 Legislation Is Another Step Toward Authoritarian Rule

Hong Kong’s Article 23 Legislation Is Another Step Toward Authoritarian Rule

By Christopher Siu-tat Mung
The proposed bill would go even further than the National Security Law in restricting political freedoms and civil society. 

2 Chinese Bloggers in Exile Warn That Police Are Interrogating Their Followers

2 Chinese Bloggers in Exile Warn That Police Are Interrogating Their Followers

By Dake Kang and Huizhong Wu
Wang Zhi’an and Li Ying said in separate posts that Chinese police were interrogating people who followed them on social media, and urged followers to take precautions.

The Precarious State of the Nordic Countries’ One China Policy

The Precarious State of the Nordic Countries’ One China Policy

By Andreas B. Forsby
A new report shows how the Nordic countries have adopted an increasingly defensive approach to Taiwan in the face of Beijing’s assertive imposition of its One China principle.
China’s Influence in the Middle East and Its Limitations

China’s Influence in the Middle East and Its Limitations

By Dale Aluf
China’s formidable capabilities are tempered by equally formidable constraints.

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