Fiona Cunningham on How China Wields Its Weapons of War
The political scientist explains a new theory for understanding China’s military strategy.
How Xi Jinping Became a Prisoner of His Party’s Language
As the ultimate institutionalist, Xi derives his power and authority from the Party’s ideology, rhetoric, and rules — but now finds himself constrained by them.
Barry Naughton on the State of the Xi Jinping Economy
The economist discusses Beijing’s recent stimulus efforts, and the long-term problems building up as China’s leader implements his model for the country.
Does Washington Have China Groupthink?
America’s foreign policy hands talk tough on China. But are they free to say what they really think?
China’s Struggles with a Consumer Society
The tightening of government controls over Chinese society over the past decade is especially at odds with its goal of spurring consumption.
Miles Yu on the Past and Future of Trump and China
The historian and strategist discusses how the re-elected president might handle key issues with Beijing, and why Covid changed his previous administration’s approach.
Biden’s Legacy on U.S.-China Tech Competition and the Challenges Facing Trump
The outgoing administration is leaving behind a complex situation on chip export controls.
Shirley Kan on 45 Years of the Taiwan Relations Act
The analyst discusses the legacy of the legislation that continues to define the U.S.-Taiwan partnership.
Angela Merkel’s Blind Spot on China
The former German chancellor pursued ever closer economic ties between Germany, the EU and China while in office. But in her new memoir, she glosses...
Jerome Cohen on China’s Rule by Law
Jerome Cohen, the famous China legal scholar and practitioner, died on September 22 at the age of 95. In memory of him, we are reposting...
Risky Business
Southeast Asia’s runaway gambling industry has created chaos — both to the detriment and advantage of China.
How to Think About Trump’s Likely Approach to China
The President-elect sometimes appears to contradict himself on China and go against the thinking of his past and future advisors.