The Afghan crisis through the prism of Chinese media
In this special issue of our newsletter, we look at how Chinese media and society is trying to make sense of the bewildering situation in Afghanistan
Roundtable: Will the G7’s B3W Initiative change the game of global infrastructure development?
We surveyed our network of contributors on whether the G7’s counter-offer to the BRI represents anything new
Belt and Road Initiative in the 14th Five Year Plan: an explainer
Where does the BRI sit in China’s blueprint for social and economic development for the next 5 years?
Introducing the Paw Tracker!
Sign up to our newly launched newsletter to keep track of China’s footprint along the Belt and Road
How one think tank represents evolving thinking on BRI infrastructure investments
Chinese think tank CREEI wants to spearhead a new approach to planning China’s overseas energy investment
The puzzle of China’s missing solar and wind finance along the Belt and Road (Part 2)
Despite strong domestic performance, the Chinese renewable energy sector’s lack of financial support overseas is multifaceted.
How will China handle multiple debt repayment crises?
Domestic commentators provide insight into Chinese thinking on the thorny issue
Covid-19 and Chinese Soft Power in Africa: Q&A with Ambassador David H. Shinn
Former U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia and Burkina Faso shares his view on how recent events may reshape China-Africa relationship
After Guangzhou, 3 things will shape China-Africa “brotherhood”
A quick take on the aftermath of the diplomatic crisis triggered by Guangzhou’s Covid-19 measures targeting African communities
Belt and Road actors brace for coronavirus shock
The epidemic is already disrupting some BRI operations but SOEs are getting prepared for more long lasting impacts