Ralph Jennings

What's Next for China's Economy?

GDP shrank from April through June after bumps in, property, tech sectors

China's Hopes High as Space Station Nears Completion

Chinese taikonauts and crew hope to finish construction this year of three-part Tiangong space station, state-run Xinhua News Agency reports

US Beefs Up South Pacific Aid, Diplomacy as China Spreads Its Influence

For Oceania, Biden administration pledges two new embassies and more development aid after China signed 52 cooperation deals in May and June

Analysts: China's Taiwan Strategy Signals Growing Resolve to Unify   

China points to ‘comprehensive strength’ as a peaceful way of unifying China and Taiwan, but Beijing warns of ‘taking all necessary measures’ against pro-independence forces 

China, US Meeting Could Slowly Mend Relations

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken jousted, but may have begun to clear the air, analysts say

Abe to Be Remembered for Staunch US Alliance, Counterweight to China 

Japan’s longest-serving prime minister died Friday after being shot during campaign rally in Nara 

China Tests New Philippines Government for Chance to Improve Relations; Analysts

In Manila the two sides agreed to look for a solution to a maritime sovereignty dispute

US, Allies Seek to Meet Chinese Challenge With ‘Blue Pacific’ Grouping

Australia says the new group was launched to ensure a 'rules-based free and open international order' in the South Pacific

Economic Stability, Chinese Control Expected in Hong Kong for Next 25 Years

Beijing working to link Hong Kong more closely with the mainland

Why Has China Increased Military Flights off Taiwan Coast?

Beijing is warning the United States, a historic backer of Taiwan, to retreat from the waters of East Asia. China and Taiwan have been at odds for more than 70 years.

Amid COVID Battle, China Pledges to Bolster Economies of 4 Nations, Including Russia

Chinese leaders have a record of giving aid and investment to poorer countries to forge relationships that can counter West's global influence

Southeast Asia, Latin America Set to Gain in Post-Pandemic Supply Chains

Lockdowns in China earlier this year, slowing international shipments of factory goods, create business opportunities for other countries

Third Aircraft Carrier to Help China Match US, Japan in Western Pacific, Say Analysts

China has launched a third aircraft carrier, likely a way to upgrade overall defenses in the face of stronger navies rather than to target any specific future battleground, analysts believe.

Taiwan Is Back on Application for World Cup Entry After Protests

China is no longer only nationality option for Taiwan’s soccer fans applying for entry to World Cup in Qatar — Taiwan returns to the list

China Claims New Technical Tool; Analysts Suspect Dual Military Use

China claims an unmanned drone 'carrier' is for scientific research as it attempts to assert dominance at sea

China Expected to Mount Strong Defense Against US-Backed Maritime Surveillance

The Quad-backed initiative will use satellite technology to create a tracking system for illegal fishing in Asia and beyond

China’s End Game for South Pacific and Why it Matters Now

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has been visiting countries in Oceania and Southeast Asia; experts say Beijing seeks long-term trade and strategic benefits

Why China Wants Stronger High-Speed Rail Links Across Eurasia

Supply chain problems sparked by COVID-19 lockdowns, war in Ukraine make land transport trade links more crucial, analysts say

US State Department Walks Back Biden's Unusually Strong Comments on Taiwan 

China’s COVID Lockdowns May Affect iPhone Shipments

Because Apple outsources production to Chinese factories, consumer prices may rise as shipments of certain models are delayed