A cultural historian of modern China explains the meaning behind some of the venue choices during President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing.
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On the issue of contested island, both US and China appear happy to keep with the status quo. Meanwhile, the presence of US Defense chief hints at Washington’s desire for a military ‘hotline.’
Taiwan, trade and AI regulation are on the agenda. But will there be progress on any of these issues during Beijing sit-down?
Beijing has denounced US-Israeli action in Iran, but has not rushed to come to the aid of its regional ally.
The men and women tasked with implementing policy are governed by the same incentives and constraints − whether in Beijing or Washington.
During a recent visit to China, French President Emmanuel Macron was given the diplomatic works.
China’s carefully staged display of unity with Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un at a parade marking China’s victory over Japan in WWII projected strength abroad, but it also risks unintended consequences.
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping were recently caught discussing whether organ transplants could help a person live forever. The idea has scientific and ethical flaws.
A rare Trump–Xi phone call briefly eased US–China trade tensions. But future talks may increasingly play to Xi’s advantage.
US diplomats may do well to read some Chinese history to understand Beijing’s tactics in any trade talks.
Trump’s tariffs may hurt, but this time China holds more cards − and could turn the pressure into a strategic advantage.
During the Nixon era, the US encouraged a split between the Soviet Union and communist China. But things have changed since the Cold War ended.
The former strongman leader has been charged with crimes against humanity in relation to a bloody ‘war on drugs.’
Tesla billionaire’s financial entanglement in China raises the prospect that he could be the odd man out when it comes to Trump’s Asia policy.
Donald Trump is aggressively punishing America’s trading partners. As the U.S. pulls back from the global economy, China is stepping in.
Could China be looking for new allies if Trump’s tough measures start to pinch?
President Xi is unlikely to see any benefit from working with Donald Trump on peace negotiations for the Ukraine war.
The African private sector must play a more active role in advocating for the continent’s interests in discussions with China, the world’s second largest economy.
The latest war games by China near Taiwan are just another reminder of the various ways Chinese authorities try to undermine liberal democracies and international peace and security.
Putin’s trip to Beijing may not have gained him as many trade benefits as he had hoped.
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