China’s Political Economy and the UK Post-Brexit
Never before has the difference between British and Chinese economic and geopolitical power been so great. Britain has more independence post-Brexit, but is also more exposed.
Why the West Needs to Stop its Moralising against China
Knowledge, humility, and honesty will be the things that help the outside world deal with the historic challenge of China’s rise.
The Chinese Military Under Xi: Loyal and Ready to Achieve the History Mission?
Under Xi the People’s Liberation Army has a clear role in the national story of rejuvenation and empowerment that the President has been promoting since he became leader.
Railing Relations from the UK to China
In perspective, a train carrying freight from the UK to the eastern side of China shows that such a link is possible, but whether it can be sustainable is another matter.
Sino-UK Relations and the Impact of Trump
There are going to be some rocky moments between the US-UK and UK-China equations. The UK’s attempts to lie between the US and China may prove the wisdom of the adage.
Brexit and China
If Brexit was a sharp sign of a global popular revolt against political elites, nothing about it will be reassuring to the Chinese government and Party.
The Chinese Great Cultural Revolution and China’s Loss of Faith
The Cultural Revolution shaped, and continues to shape, the China that exists today. No matter whether anyone dares, or wants, to talk about the events five decades ago.
Is a Chinese Maritime Judicial Centre Credible?
The maritime judicial centre represents China’s intentions to no longer accept international rule making and judging, but to put its own version of things forward.
UK-China Relations: A New Model of Influence?
It will be some time before the effects of the UK’s recent investment engagement strategy towards China become clear; if it pays off it may be a new template of influence
The South China Seas: a Manageable Dispute
Reaching a pragmatic solution to the problem of the contested territories of the South China Sea requires complex diplomatic efforts on the side of all parties involved.
