China

Popular videos paint the Russian president as a widely admired figure.

A striking new translation of Chinese fairy tales shows a shared folkloric tradition.

In his new book, the billionaire philanthropist focuses on technical solutions but ignores politics.

Beijing’s Leninist regime is fundamentally resistant to change.

A government push has created a strange market in some rural areas.

Monday’s victor intends to defend sovereignty against China and prioritize the U.S. alliance.

Washington has long ignored much of the world. Beijing hasn’t.

Washington is wrong to assume Beijing is incapable of accommodation.

Beijing could profit handsomely from Afghan resources and exports, but new ventures risk exposing Chinese nationals to violence.

Locals are ensuring their own supply after prominent government failures.

After an uneasy detente, the Biden administration’s China strategy is about to make itself felt.

Fear of “historical nihilism” has haunted China’s leadership for years.

The return of major conflict is leading Asian countries to boost their militaries.

Autonomous weapon systems pose a serious escalatory risk.

U.S. security cooperation is a more powerful demonstration of commitment than any declaration of intent.

Now, it is Russia, not China, sitting in the geopolitical driver’s seat.

Two books take very different approaches on the past and future of engagement.