Paying the Price of Entry
It’s getting easier for visitors to China to pay for things, thanks to tie ups between Visa, Mastercard and Alipay. That could have implications for data security.
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The Central Asia Squeeze
As Russian power and influence wanes, will China fill the void in Central Asia? In the name of the New Silk Road, Chinese companies have already made considerable inroads into Central Asia — but they often do so in the name of Beijing's repressive policies...
Barbie Furore Points Up Hollywood’s Choice
Beijing's desire to promote its worldview through movies is putting pressure on major film studios.
China’s Healthcare System Needs a Check-up
Despite a huge rise in government spending, Chinese citizens still have to foot a large a share of their medical costs.
The New Metal Battleground
China has announced export controls on two little-known metals that are key to chipmaking and other advanced technologies.
The Threat to Tech in Hong Kong
The city's government is trying to stop the spread of a popular protest anthem, putting major platforms in a tricky position.