China’s economy took centre stage in Xi’s new year address, spinning slow growth as a ‘remarkable’ achievement
The mainstay of Xi’s address concerned the economic success of China. He stressed that the Chinese economy is thriving, and ...
How Trump’s self-image as a strong leader and US as a strong power may play out for Taiwan
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Xi Jinping’s Terrible, Horrible, No Good Year
If 2024 shattered illusions of China’s unyielding ascent, 2025 promises to lay bare the vulnerabilities that Xi can no longer ...
Putin is heavily sanctioned, but he still managed to travel a lot this year
The Russian president hobnobbed with world leaders and received a plethora of gifts, including a pair of hunting dogs.