William Yang

China Launches New Wave of Purges Against Key Defense Industry Leaders

Analysts say the repeated personnel reshuffling at the top of the Chinese military’s rocket force may have an impact on the Chinese military’s combat effectiveness and create obstacles for Xi’s command

Wives of Detained Chinese Dissidents Continue Advocacy from Abroad

Four years after Chinese authorities arrested dozens of dissidents, the wives of some of those detained have transformed themselves into human rights activists

Countries Assess Implications of Taiwan Election As Campaigns Enter Final Weeks

While election outcomes may affect China’s approach to cross-strait relations, analysts say it won’t eliminate Beijing’s aggressive behavior in other parts of Asia

Taiwan Presidential Candidates Sharpen Cross-Strait Relations Rhetoric

Analysts see rhetoric helping to mobilize older voters but limited effect on younger voters

In 2023, China Struggled With Zero-COVID Aftermath, Slowing Economy

First year of Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s third term has been plagued by economic slowdown and persistent public discontent

Bilateral Tensions Cause the Number of American Students in China to Plummet 

With fewer than 1000 American students in China, some analysts worry it could have a negative impact on Washington’s efforts to manage competition with Beijing in the future 

Young Politicians Push for Change by Running in Taiwan Election

China Ramps Up Efforts to Interfere in Taiwan’s Coming Elections

Analysts say that Beijing will likely use different methods to influence Taiwan’s election, but that the impact will be limited

Hong Kong To Hold 'Patriots Only' Election Amid Efforts To Tighten Control

Government uses discount tickets, free concerts and funds for elderly centers to get more Hong Kongers to vote but analysts expect low turnout

EU, China Hold Summit in Beijing Amid Deepening Rift

With the EU and China both looking to defend their core interests, analysts say summit unlikely to produce any concrete outcomes

Taiwan Presidential Election Heats Up After Opposition Parties Announce VP Candidates

Analysts call the presidential race a referendum on China relations, but some voters say domestic policies will determine their vote

Report: China Tries to Strengthen Control Over Islam By Shuttering Mosques  

Beijing’s embassy in Washington says Muslims are free to practice their belief in mosques and at home

Taiwan-Lithuania Ties Face Uncertainty Two Years After Taiwan Office Opened

Despite progress in relations, some analysts urge caution over a possible Lithuanian political shift and efforts to normalize relations with Beijing

Analysts: China Prioritizes De-escalation With US Through Xi-Biden Meeting

Observers say Beijing seeks to stabilize competition with US and address its economic woes by urging Washington to end sanctions targeting specific sectors and encouraging US businesses to invest in China

Taiwan Seeks Deeper Relations with Baltic States Despite Chinese Opposition

Analysts: Taiwan Won’t Feature Prominently in Biden-Xi Meeting

Analysts say given the fundamental differences that exist between Washington and Beijing on the issue, both sides will try to reduce the amount of time they spend on Taiwan

New Study Sizes Up How Countries See the US and China

A new analysis from the Pew Research Center found that the U.S. enjoys more favorable views than China in 24 countries, but in some areas, Beijing is outperforming Washington

Australian Prime Minister Arrives in China for Four-Day Visit

Topping Anthony Albanese's agenda is likely to be stabilizing bilateral trade relations that had soured but recently improved

China Buries Former Premier Li Keqiang Following Restrained Funeral

Analysts say low-key funeral reflects efforts to head off possible social unrest

Albanese to Be First Australian Prime Minister to Visit China Since 2016

Analysts say stabilizing trade relations will likely top the agenda