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Wen Jiabao
Wen Jiabao’s Reform Moment?
If Wen Jiabao wants to be remembered as a reformer he needs one big policy success. Can he grab it?
Wen Jiabao’s Reform Moment?
If Wen Jiabao wants to be remembered as a reformer he needs one big policy success. Can he grab it?
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China’s Economy After the Crisis
That China’s economy is unbalanced is widely recognized. So why aren’t its policy makers doing more to fix it?
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China’s Iran Influence Limited
China may not have as much influence over Iran as assumed. There are signs Beijing is keeping its distance.
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China’s Iran Influence Limited
China may not have as much influence over Iran as assumed. There are signs Beijing is keeping its distance.
![Is Cross-Strait Honeymoon Over? Is Cross-Strait Honeymoon Over?](https://thediplomat.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/sizes/thumbnail/3894_5243948582a33.jpg)
Is Cross-Strait Honeymoon Over?
The leaderships in Taiwan and mainland China must be careful about raising expectations for engagement.
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The Bo Xilai Drama Continues
China is divided over the dismissal of Bo Xilai. But the move looks like a win for reform-minded officials.
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Can China Find Balance?
China may well be able to find balance for its economy. But it will be a long transition process.
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More Wukans to Come?
A new survey suggests the Wukan village uprising last year might not be the last such protest in China.
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The Road to Rio+20
This year’s Rio+20 U.N. Conference on Sustainable Development has big implications, including for Asia.
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Li Keqiang and Green Growth
Li Keqiang looks poised to succeed Wen Jiabao. What would this mean for China’s environment?
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Will China Dragon Bite in 2012?
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.