Economy – China Focus

Decoupling From China Proves Harder Than Western Policymakers Expected

Despite years of U.S. and European efforts to reduce reliance on Chinese manufacturing, China has maintained and, in some respects, deepened its structural...

A Strategic Breakthrough for Modernisation

Expanded duty-free access to China’s market is creating new momentum  for Africa’s industrialisation and long-term economic development.

China & The World Politics Economy Apr 30, 2026

Trade Without Barriers

China’s zero-tariff policy is a priceless opportunity for Africa to boost economic development through international trade.

China & The World Economy Apr 29, 2026

China’s Successful Poverty Alleviation Efforts and Valuable Lessons for the Developing World

Key lessons for other developing states include sound governance and targeted interventions with pragmatism.

China & The World Politics Economy Apr 29, 2026

Moving Beyond the Government-Market Dichotomy

As a core institutional pillar in China's governance framework, the essence of the system of five-year plans lies in balancing 'national strategy' with the...

ECONOMY WATCH Politics Economy Apr 27, 2026

A Strong Opening: Resilience, Innovation, and Shared Opportunities

Chinese economy is steadily overcoming recent challenges and now leveraging its policy stability, industrial capacity, and innovation drive to usher in a new...

China & The World Economy Apr 27, 2026

Striving, Not Sinking: The Hidden Vitality of China’s Youth in Transition

Chinese youth today do face significant challenges and competition, but these are the natural friction of rapid development, not a terminal crisis. The truth...

Culture Economy Environment Apr 24, 2026