
More recent developments

Trump announces intention to increase Chinese student numbers
On Monday, US President Donald Trump said he would allow some 600,000 Chinese students to study in the US. That’s more than twice the number of Chinese students currently on American campuses. Why that’s weird: Back in May, US Secretary… Read More »

Beijing releases VIP guest list for Victory Day parade
On Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs unveiled the list of foreign heads of state and government who will attend Beijing’s Victory Day parade. Some context: The military parade – taking place on September 3 – will commemorate the end… Read More »

A packed September legislative session
On Tuesday, the legislature (NPCSC) released the agenda for its upcoming legislative session, from September 8 to 12. The session usually takes place at the end of August, but has been pushed back due to the upcoming September 3 parade… Read More »