Does Washington Have China Groupthink?
America’s foreign policy hands talk tough on China. But are they free to say what they really think?
The Dramatic Rise of China’s Mini-Dramas
Series with multiple minutes-long episodes have taken off on China’s internet, although the industry is still struggling to make money from their popularity.
Chinese Robots Hit the Factory Floor
Chinese industrial robot makers have succeeded in taking a bigger share of the domestic market. Can they compete globally?
Chinese AI Companies Are Catching Up Despite U.S. Restrictions
The Biden administration is piling on export controls designed to limit China’s AI advances, but experts say its leading models are on a par with...
The Robotics Risk Tightrope
The Biden administration has tried to prevent critical technologies from reaching China. But researchers at American universities still often collaborate with Chinese peers in those...
High Hopes for Hainan Fade
Beijing’s plans for China’s southerly island province to become a thriving free trade zone and hub for foreign investment are falling short of expectations.
China Flexes Its Sanctions Muscle
Beijing is taking lessons from the U.S. as it attempts to get more international companies to comply with its sanctions.
Big Pharma Doubles Down on China
Foreign pharmaceutical firms are eyeing the world’s second largest market for profit opportunities as well as innovative assets.
Intel Gets Caught Up in the U.S.-China Rivalry
Criticism from a body with close ties to China’s top tech regulator signals increased scrutiny of the American chipmaker.
Stockpile Sticking Points
Policymakers from Kamala Harris down think the U.S. should build up its critical mineral reserves, but many details remain unclear.
Steeling for Trouble
China’s economic stimulus has brought some short term relief to its steel industry but the longer term picture still looks difficult.
Shein and Temu Face Up to a Frostier Future
The fast-growing Chinese e-commerce companies are changing tack as challenges to their cheap import models multiply.