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China’s Third Plenum Embraces a ‘New Development Philosophy’
By Shannon Tiezzi
The long-awaited economic-focused meeting of the CCP’s governing body emphasized Beijing’s commitment to growth centered on technology – and CCP control.
Can China and the US Find Common Ground on Military Use of AI?
By Mathew Jie Sheng Yeo and Hyeyoon Jeong
Entrusting AI with the autonomy and power to deploy nuclear weapons is a scenario to be avoided at all costs. Time to take baby steps toward that goal.
What Do Tongwei and LONGi’s Struggles Say About the Future of Solar Supply Chains?
By Chris Hankin
The two Chinese companies play a dominant role in the solar panel supply chain. Now even they are suffering from overconcentration of the solar industry.
Self-exiled Chinese Billionaire Guo Wengui Convicted of Fraud in US Court
By Larry Neumeister
Guo won fame for his criticism of the CCP and links to prominent U.S. conservatives. Now he’s been convicted of a massive multiyear racketeering operation.
China’s Show of Force With Belarus Amid NATO Concerns
By Anushka Saxena
As NATO sharpens its focus on China, Beijing is tightening its own military ties to Belarus.
Does Vietnam and Bangladesh’s Cheap Labor Threaten ‘Made in China’ Textiles?
By Andey Ng
Despite rising labor costs and less enthusiasm for factory jobs, e-commerce and domestic consumption provide a future growth model for the massive textile industry in China.
Bangladesh’s Tough Tightrope Walk Between India and China
By Saqlain Rizve
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has completed bilateral visits to India and China. The one to Beijing disappointed Dhaka.
China Has an Opportunity to Grow Its Military Influence in Niger
By Hugh Harsono
The withdrawal of U.S. and French military forces from Niger presents a unique opportunity for China to expand its military influence in the region.
Assessing the NATO Summit and Indo-Pacific Partners
By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Liselotte Odgaard.
Delayed US Arms Transfers to Taiwan: Déjà Vu?
By Jung-Ming Chang and Che-Jen Wang
The situation recalls the early 1950s, when U.S. arms sales to Taiwan were delayed by other priorities. Unfortunately, Taiwan’s need is much greater today.
New Deal Establishes a Hotline Chinese and Philippine Presidents Can Use to Stop Clashes at Sea
By Jim Gomez
China and the Philippines have created such emergency telephone hotlines at lower levels in the past to better manage disputes.
Has Bangladesh Lost Its Footing in the China-India Balancing Act?
By Syful Islam
Was a tilt toward India to blame for Sheikh Hasina's lackluster visit to China? Or is Beijing simply reading the economic tea leaves?