China and the Philippines Clash Over New Flash Point
A deal intended to reduce tensions in the South China Sea after a violent confrontation in June has had limited effect.
Chinese Card Game Turns Political
A newspaper has blamed guandan for corruption—but it really underscores the informal politics that keep the Chinese Communist Party running.
China’s Swimming Victories Marred by Criticism
Athletes and commentators revive skepticism about how the World Anti-Doping Agency handled allegations ahead of the Paris Olympics.
What the Olympics Mean to China
Beijing has established itself as a top medal contender, but its athletics no longer signal openness to the rest of the world.
Why Xi Won’t Retire
Biden’s withdrawal from the U.S. presidential race may have hit a nerve in China.
China’s Third Plenum, Explained
The econ-focused event is rife with buzzwords and Xi propaganda. Less so with substantive reform.
China Cracks Down on Bankers’ Salaries
Critics say the move will drive away talent just as Beijing seeks to build a globally competitive financial sector.
In China, Tragedy Sparks Push Against Online Ultranationalists
The country mourns the death of a bus attendant who tried to stop a knife attack against a Japanese woman and her child.
China’s Secondary Schools Are Not Equal
A vocational student’s against-the-odds placement in a math competition draws attention to disparities in education.
Can China Turn Its Property Glut Into Affordable Housing?
A previous plan to build 36 million homes led to widespread corruption.
China Postures at Shangri-La
Military leaders’ aggressive rhetoric may say more about China’s domestic politics than its position in the Indo-Pacific.
Taiwan’s New President Pledges Not to Yield to China
Lai Ching-te, inaugurated on Monday, received a relatively mild response from Beijing.
Can the U.S. Catch Up to China on EVs?
It’s not clear if Biden’s expanded tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles will ultimately serve U.S. interests.
Why Are More Chinese Migrants Arriving at the U.S. Southern Border?
Asylum-seekers and others are making the journey through the risky Darién Gap in the wake of the pandemic.
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.