How Xi Jinping Became a Prisoner of His Party’s Language
As the ultimate institutionalist, Xi derives his power and authority from the Party’s ideology, rhetoric, and rules — but now finds himself constrained by them.
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Is Beijing’s Surprise Pivot Built to Last?
The Chinese government’s stimulus package has sparked a huge stock market rally, but it has much more to do to shift the economy into a higher gear.
Why Beijing Is Keeping Its Wallet Closed
The Chinese government has long been reluctant to pursue what seems an obvious fix for the economy: Giving consumers more cash.