The Prime Minister Who Did Everything Wrong
Liz Truss got what she wished for. Read More Here
Tag: Politics
Where Is Xi’s China Heading?
Regardless of which top Chinese officials appear on stage alongside Xi Jinping at this month’s Party Congress, certain fundamental issues will remain at the center of debates about China’s place in the world. Any changes in leadership will reflect differences in style, not substance. Read More Here
Who Are Xi’s Enemies?
Telling friend from foe is the first order of business for any revolution, or so Mao Zedong once said. Read More Here
The 20th Communist Party Congress Set To Redefine China, World
At some point later this month a parade in Beijing of men in dark suits would indicate the direction China and the world are headed to when at the end of its 20th Congress the Communist Party will showcase the key members of its powerful standing committee who will lead the world’s second-biggest economy for […]
How Xi Will Consolidate Power At China’s 20th Party Congress
At the Chinese Communist Party meeting, leader Xi Jinping will likely receive a third term. Here’s what that could mean for his control of China and the party. Read More Here
How The Abraham Accords Changed The Middle East
The amazing point is that religion can serve as a unifier—bringing people of different backgrounds together—not a divider. Read More Here
What a False Coup Rumor Reveals About Chinese Politics
A baseless story briefly went viral, showing how much of the world misunderstands Beijing’s inner workings. Read More Here
China’s Xi Jinping Back In Public Spotlight
Xi visits an exhibition in Beijing on the country’s achievements during his two terms and the Communist Party announces publication of series of books on president’s signature theme in office as the country prepares for the start of the party’s congress next month. Read More Here
Faces To Watch In China Ahead Of Communist Party Congress
Several new leaders are expected to emerge from next month’s 20th Congress of China’s Communist Party. Some will get promoted, while others will be launching their careers on the big political stage. Read More Here
Core Dangers For The Fed And China
Just as a fixation on core inflation can mislead central banks, as it has done with the US Federal Reserve, the power of a “core leader” like China’s Xi Jinping is a recipe for misdirected and ultimately unsustainable policy regimes. Read More Here
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