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CHRIS BUCKLEY
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Qin Gang, China’s Foreign Minister, Is Replaced
Qin Gang was removed from office on Tuesday by China’s top leader, Xi Jinping, capping weeks of speculation.
Restaurant Explosion Kills Dozens in China
The deadly blast, in the northwestern city of Yinchuan, was blamed on a gas leak, and it is likely to prompt closer scrutiny of restaurants…
As Covid Infections Rise, China Rejects a Return to Lockdowns
The authorities say that cases are up, and one doctor estimates that there could soon be 65 million cases a week. But China appears determined…
China Draws Lessons From Russia’s Missteps in Ukraine
With an eye on a possible conflict over Taiwan, analysts have scrutinized the war for insights ranging from the importance of supply lines to the…
In a Brother Act with Putin, Xi Reveals China’s Fear of Containment
Instead of focusing on a solution to the war in Ukraine, the Chinese leader’s visit to Moscow reinforced China and Russia’s shared opposition to American…
China Says U.S. Is ‘Not Qualified’ to Issue Orders on Arms
Beijing is trying to preserve ties with Moscow while asserting it is a neutral observer trying only to coax Russia and Ukraine into peace talks.
China’s Top Airship Scientist Said He Sent One Over North America in 2019
Corporate records and media reports reveal an airship scientist at the center of China’s high-altitude balloon program. Companies he has founded were among those targeted…
China Finds Itself With Limited Options After U.S. Shoots Down Balloon
Beijing registered “strong discontent and protest.” But there may be little it can do to retaliate.
Suspected Spy Balloon Hampers China’s Efforts to Ease Tensions With U.S.
Beijing said it was looking into reports about an object seen flying over Montana. “Speculation and hype will not help,” a Chinese government spokeswoman said.
China’s Leader Emphasizes Unity at Jiang Zemin’s Funeral
Paying tribute to President Jiang Zemin, China’s leader, Xi Jinping, urged the nation to rally around himself, a week after protests tested his authority.