Chinese nationalism

Protests in China aren’t seen as an existential threat by leaders, but a policy issue. Still, citizens are likely to increasingly see them as the best way of ensuring things get done.

A series of explosions across China have highlighted how unhappy the public is, and how detached local officials are.

Was Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Cui Tiankai resorting to the nationalism card with his playing with fire remarks?

What the rise of populist Bo Xilai might say about China’s politics, nationalism and future foreign policy making.

Controversial author Li Chengpeng wants to stand as an independent candidate in Chengdu. Can he?

Nationalism in Japan is confined mostly to the elites, but is more broad-based in China, says academic Gui Yongtao.

A blog post critical of Mao Zedong is a reminder of how divided China remains over his legacy.

China has repeatedly made clear its vision for Taiwan. Wishful thinking over interdependence won’t change this, says Daniel Lynch.

Last year was a bad one for China’s soft power. Will Japan’s response prompt a dangerous spiral of arms spending—and spark conflict?

The Chinese media has said Hu Jintao’s trip to Washington was a diplomatic masterstroke. Was it?

Does the test flight of a stealth fighter during Gates’ China visit show the PLA is undermining the civilian leadership?

Is China adopting Western values or traditions? It’s a complicated question that shouldn’t be exploited.