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Open Source

With traditional information gathering inside China nearly impossible these days, many researchers are using creative methods to mine the Chinese internet — and they're finding diamonds. From what's happening in Xinjiang to the PLA's use of AI to China's new nuclear capabilities, these researchers are...

China’s mRNA Boost

With a mRNA vaccine finally in trials, will China change its Covid approach?

China’s Double Fault?

The WTA's decision to pull out of China could have implications well beyond the sporting world.

Biden’s Beijing Bind

When Joe Biden entered office, many China watchers expected great things: the foreign policy veteran had a deep history with Xi Jinping, and he fielded an all-star team of advisors with a very clear view of China. But, almost a full year later, criticism of...

What’s Going on With Trump’s SPAC?

The extensive China connections in Donald Trump’s latest deal do not break any laws, but they are surprising.

Seeking CFIUS

Law firms are trying harder than ever to understand the opaque interagency's rulings.

The Corps of Xinjiang

Without understanding the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (XPCC), it is impossible to understand modern day Xinjiang. Understanding the XPCC, however, is no small feat.

Can COP Kickstart U.S.-China Climate Action?

So far, nobody is even sure whether Xi Jinping will show up.

Game Over

The guanxi game has defined China's modern business culture — and no one played it better than Xu Jiayin, the CEO of Evergrande. Now, however, the game seems to have changed on him.

China’s NGO No-Go

Despite billions being pledged for "common prosperity," China is making it harder for international foundations to help.

The Boom-Bust Backlash

From the scandal of Luckin Coffee to the collapse of Didi, big names have dominated the discussion of Chinese companies listing on U.S. exchanges. Now, some analysts say it’s time to look more closely at the wild stock movements of several small cap Chinese companies...

What Happens to U.S. Colleges After China?

After a boon of Chinese students, American colleges and universities are now grappling with what a drop in Chinese applicants means for their bottom line.