China inequality

China's northeast was left behind during the high-speed rail boom. But will a new construction boom be enough to solve the region's economic woes?

When the Chinese economy sputters, the regime’s censors shift into high gear.

The urban poor living away from the city center are the most likely to suffer under extreme heat – and also the ones most likely to face it.

Asia is facing an economic watershed moment. Turning the corner will require rethinking the role of its dominant, state-supported business groups.

Fixing inequality would require fundamental change in China’s tax structure and state system – reforms highly unlikely under the current political system.

The “common prosperity” ideology is the realization of Chinese socialism imposed upon market-based, modern activity, which makes it especially hard for investors to interpret.

Debate over the decision to postpone China’s college entrance exam crystallizes deeper problems with educational inequality.

Kim’s train ride through China would have sent mixed signals about the country’s development model.

How far is the Chinese government willing to go in letting go of economic control?

Pyramid schemes are big business in China – much to the government's chagrin.

China has long spoken of a 'war on poverty,' but recent signs suggest it might be even more of a focus in 2018.

The Chinese government is hoping branded, themed villages can revitalize the countryside.