Does China Have to Play by the Rules?
New reporting implicates Beijing and anti-doping officials in covering up Chinese Olympic swimmers’ positive tests in 2021.
Beijing Walks a Fine Line in the Middle East
Iran’s attack on Israel has undermined some of China’s diplomatic credibility in the region.
China Won’t Change Tack on Economic Policy
Beijing’s political leadership isn’t likely to listen to friendly advice from foreign investors or criticism from foreign officials.
China-Philippines Tensions Heat Up
Saber-rattling in the South China Sea comes as Manila builds alliances in Washington and beyond.
U.S. and U.K. Sanction Chinese Hacking Group
The censure isn’t likely to rein in Beijing’s cyberespionage campaigns.
Beijing Pushes for AI Regulation
A campaign to control generative AI raises questions about the future of the industry in China.
U.S. House Moves Toward TikTok Crackdown
The bill coming to a vote this week would force the app’s Chinese parent company to divest—or risk a U.S. ban.
Beijing Holds Annual Two Sessions Amid Economic Crisis
Chinese Premier Li Qiang will not take questions from the press, underscoring the fraught moment.
Can Beijing Contain the Property Crisis?
As firms default on debt, China hopes to boost household spending—but it lacks consumer confidence.
The Dragon Won’t Bring China a Baby Boom
In the Chinese zodiac cycle, children born in the year of the dragon are considered lucky—but it’s unlikely to cause a bump in 2024.
China’s Stock Market Falters as Holiday Season Begins
Government action may not be able to stop slipping public confidence in the economy.
It’s Almost the End for China’s Evergrande
A Hong Kong judge ordered the property giant to liquidate, but courts in mainland China will set the timeline.
China’s Economy Is Off to a Bad Start in 2024
Chinese stock markets are in sharp decline, reflecting the gap between official optimism and investor pessimism.
Taiwan’s New President Won’t Placate China
Still, Beijing’s reaction to Lai Ching-te’s victory has been surprisingly muted—for now.
Is China Playing Both Sides in Myanmar?
Anti-government forces’ campaign against cyberscams has benefited Beijing, even as it keeps up ties with the ruling junta.