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Wang Yi
After Months of Waiting, US Finally Begins Freedom of Navigation Patrols Near China's Man-Made Islands
By Ankit Panda
The USS Lassen sailed within 12 nautical miles of a Chinese man-made island on October 27, 2015.
China, Iran Predict Closer Ties Thanks to Nuclear Deal
By Shannon Tiezzi
Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif visited China to discuss the future of the relationship once the JCPOA takes effect.
Explaining China's New 'Commitments' on the South China Sea
By Xue Li and Liu Mingyi
At the August ASEAN meetings, China unveiled its "five commitments" on the South China Sea. What changed?
After South China Sea Finger-Pointing at ASEAN Meeting, China Offers Its Defense
By Shannon Tiezzi
Foreign Minister Wang Yi is unlikely to sway any listeners with his defense of China's actions.
Who Owns What in the South China Sea?
By David A. Welch
Disambiguation is a delicate process.
Why China Can't Change Course in the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
According to China's foreign minister, concessions in the South China Sea would embarrass China's ancestors.
China Stays Coy on Fighting Islamic State
By Shannon Tiezzi
Strangely, Chinese reports of meetings with Iraq's foreign minister made no mention of IS.
China Urges Greater Security Role for the SCO
By Shannon Tiezzi
Foreign Minister Wang Yi called for the SCO to take more responsibility in guaranteeing regional security.
China's South African Ties Complicated By Recent Violence
By Shannon Tiezzi
China's foreign minister visited South Africa just as a wave of anti-foreigner violence broke out in Durban.
History Debate on Display at Rare China-Japan-South Korea Meeting
By Shannon Tiezzi
The first trilateral foreign ministers' meeting in nearly 3 years included a major emphasis on history.
What to Expect From Chinese Diplomacy in 2015
By Shannon Tiezzi
Four takeaways from Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s annual press conference.
China, Pakistan Renew 'Iron Brotherhood'
By Shannon Tiezzi
Friendly ties were on display during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's recent trip to Pakistan.