China seems to be in the midst of a concerted push to re-define “democracy” in an international context, likely part of the push for a “Chinese discourse system” and telling… Read more »
The new strategic competition requires “rebuilding traditions of democratic cooperation across party lines in recognition that the United States will not be able to meet the China challenge if U.S. political… Read more »
As U.S. President Joe Biden prepares to host more than 100 participants in the initial Summit for Democracy, China – which was not invited – has increasingly talked up the… Read more »
China on Monday demanded Lithuania end its newly enhanced relationship with Taiwan that has already prompted Beijing to downgrade diplomatic ties from the ambassadorial level with the EU-member nation, The… Read more »
A close read of a new resolution from China’s ruling Communist Party shows how Xi Jinping is trying to leverage the weight of history to drive China along a path… Read more »
Xi Jinping’s drive to extend his formidable power for years ahead reached a new pitch on Tuesday, when the Chinese Communist Party issued a resolution on history that anoints him one of… Read more »
In sharp contrast to the ruling Communist Party’s claim to democratic credentials, Chinese leader Xi Jinping emerged from a party conclave this week not only more firmly ensconced in power… Read more »
In Chinese-speaking communities beyond the reach of Beijing’s censorship regime, the song “Fragile” (above) has been an unexpected hit. With more than 26 million views on YouTube since dropping in… Read more »
Democratic ideals are the only leverage that the United States and its Western allies have when it comes to pressuring a powerful China, former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen tells… Read more »
China‘s President Xi Jinping is expected to push through an historical resolution at a key Communist Party gathering next week, cementing his authority and legacy and strengthening his case for… Read more »