Chinese Communist Party

The apparent detention of Chongqing Police Chief Wang Lijun is a blow to populist politician Bo Xilai. And could be a sign of where China is headed.

As China’s rural and migrant workers become more educated and well-travelled they are growing increasingly aware of their rights. And increasingly willing to stand up for them.

Corruption and graft have created a significant problem with many Chinese construction projects.

Corruption and graft have created a significant problem with many Chinese construction projects.

Leading academics have this month abandoned microblog Sina Weibo over free speech worries. Will more follow?

Last year was a tough one for Chinese dissidents. With the Communist Party keen for stability as the leadership transition unfolds, 2012 could well be worse.

A number of gaffes in recent years highlight how out of touch local Chinese Communist Party officials are.

China’s leaders have been playing up the dangers of anonymous micro-blogging. Are they making a mistake?

China’s rise will see the end of Western domination. But contrary to the suggestion of some alarmist commentators, this doesn’t mean the Western world is finished.

The protest in the village of Wukan may have faded from the headlines. But it holds clues about the future.

Hu Jintao warned that China was in a cultural war with the West. But the real problems are at home.

Hu Jintao warned that China was in a cultural war with the West. But the real problems are at home.