How Did Face Masks Become a Political Issue in the West?
Cultural norms, political partisanship and media influence do not adequately explain why mask wearing has become such an emotionally-charged political issue in the West.
Can China’s Silver Screen Mount a Comeback Post-COVID?
China’s box office stood at 2.242 billion yuan for the first half of 2020, down 93 percent from 2019, as cinemas throughout the country were closed for most time of the period. Now, over half of them have re-opened, but has the coronavirus pandemic inflicted permanent damage on the industry, damage from which it can never recover?
China-UK Relations at a “Critical Juncture”
Does the UK view China as an opportunity and partner or a threat and rival?
Rising above the Tit-for-Tat Tug of War
To escalate the spiraling rivalry with another major country, which could erode the gains accumulated from decades of trade liberalizations, disrupt global supply chains, and devour lots of jobs, is obviously not a wise option.
U.S. Provocations can’t Buck the Trend of Peace and Cooperation in the South China Sea
The contention on the South China Sea issue reflects the unprecedented complexity of China-U.S. relations, which are mainly posed by some people in the U.S., who spare no effort to portray China as an adversary or even an enemy, and try every means to contain China’s development, and do whatever it takes to hinder China-U.S. relations.
Belt and Road Initiative and the Prospects for Post-COVID-19 Recoveries in Africa
The Belt and Road Initiative and its dialogue framework rooted in extensive consultation, joint contribution and shared benefits align with the emerging international structure of multilateralism, which was the goal of the historic struggles of the South, of which Africa has been the spiritual mainstream.
Sino-Arab Cooperation Is A Story of Friendly Exchanges Among Different Civilizations
Although China and Arab states are from different civilizations, there is every reason for them to broaden friendly exchanges, learn from each other and continue to contribute to build a harmonious world.
The Shutdown of Chinese Consulate in Houston – An Order Against International Order
In a world fighting against a common enemy, the coronavirus, we do not need another distraction that will increase the pile of deaths.
Trump Steps-Up Attacks on China as Presidential Election Defeat Looms
The US closure of the Chinese Consulate General in Houston, Texas, has once again plunged China-US relations into even deeper depths of severity. Yet with a failing economy and a drop in approval ratings after criticism of his handling of coronavirus, China is the last card Trump has to play if he is to avoid defeat come November.
Moon Day: Time to Look Up
While the U.S. became the first to land a man on the moon, today, more countries are stepping up efforts to further advance our exploration into space.
The Civil Code Offers Strong New Data Protection Rules
As a codified piece of legislation, the comprehensive Civil Code provides clear-cut guidance concerning what constitutes an infringement of personal information.
EU recognizes China’s role in fixing global issues
The pandemic, despite some misunderstandings between China and the EU due to natural tensions in response to the virus that caught everyone by surprise, also showed solidarity that became evident when needed.
