Grading Day
2025 has arrived. Has China’s grand vision for tech supremacy lived up to the hype?
Matt Turpin On Trump, Tariffs and Taiwan
The former Trump official on why China is still the main target of the trade war, Beijing’s response so far and how tensions over Taiwan...
China’s Rare Earths Riposte
China’s retaliation to U.S. tariffs included export controls of seven rare earth elements.
The Trump Tariff Challenge for Multinational Companies
With the U.S. emulating China’s protectionism, global firms face tricky decisions over where to invest.
Trump Team Struggles With New Controls As President Seeks China Deal
Now would be a good time to assess whether U.S. export controls are achieving their aims.
Rush Doshi on Trump, Taiwan, Tariffs and Biden’s Legacy on China
A top official on China under President Biden talks about trying to achieve a ‘steady state’ in U.S.-China relations and whether Washington can pry Moscow...
China’s Waning Oil Thirst
China’s oil imports are showing signs of reaching a peak.
Beijing’s Uranium Edge
China has the upper hand in the battle for nuclear fuel but is on the hunt for more.
Tom Cotton On Why China’s Threat is Greater Than Most Believe
The Republican senator on why he believes Beijing is aiming to eclipse the U.S., the need for an immediate ban on TikTok and his view...
The Hong Kong Company at the Center of Panama’s China Problem
A closer look at CK Hutchison, whose subsidiary operates ports on either end of the Panama Canal.
DeepSeek’s Lesson: America Needs Smarter Export Controls
Don't be fooled by China's recent AI advances — computing power remains key to long-term strategic advantage.
The Shock and Awe Hidden in Trump’s First Trade Memo
A seemingly bland document published on the first day of the new administration reveals the extent of the president’s desire to reshape global trade.