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Why China’s Shrinking Population Is Cause for Alarm
China struggled for years to curtail its rapid population growth. Now that its population is declining, economists and others fear…
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China’s Decline Became Undeniable This Week. Now What?
For years, I’ve been writing columns predicting China’s decline. This week, the decline became undeniable. The road downhill will not…
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Your Wednesday Briefing: China’s Dual Crises
Last year, China’s economy had one of its worst performances in decades. Its population is also shrinking.
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The Problem(s) With China’s Population Drop
China’s population declined last year, for the first time since the mass deaths associated with Mao Zedong’s disastrous Great Leap…
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China Returns to Davos With Clear Message: We’re Open for Business
Emerging from coronavirus lockdown to a world changed by the war in Ukraine, China sought to convey reassurance about its…
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China’s Economy Stumbled Last Year With Covid Lockdowns Hobbling Growth
New government data shows that growth for the year fell far short of Beijing’s goal. With Covid curbs lifted but…
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Ex-NATO General and Ex-Prime Minister to Face Off in Czech Republic’s Presidential Race
Both candidates, Petr Pavel and Andrej Babis, are expected to foster closer ties to the West.
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Biden and Kishida to Bolster U.S.-Japan Alliance Amid China’s Growing Power
The two leaders are set to discuss tensions with China, North Korea and Russia and to plan for deterrence in…
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Your Friday Briefing: Investigating Chinese Police Outposts Abroad
Also, Xi Jinping changes his tone on business and South Korea considers nuclear weapons.
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From Disciplinarian to Cheerleader: Why China Is Changing Its Tone on Business
With the economy in a fragile state, Chinese officials are starting to use more business-friendly language, and also to back…