Why the great leap forward continues

John Ross's book provides an in-depth description of China’s rise, the political strategy that has made that possible and what can be learned from it, says CARLOS MARTINEZ

China-Russia Ties: Expert: 'New reality' of economic recovery setting in

The gathering at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum warns of a "new reality" in the global landscape with developing countries feeling the brunt. But the relationship between China and Russia has been earmarked as one positive during challenging times. CGTN's Sun Ye has more.

Jaishankar’s US visit of fanfare gains little as Washington’s vaccine promises merely ‘blank checks’: observer

Mired by a devastating COVID-19 outbreak, Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has spent the past week in the US, holding talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and other top officials, in an attempt to seek help over vaccines. However, Chinese observers are not optimistic about gains from the visit, calling US promises likely "blank checks."

China, US ramp up trade dialogue, a 'positive sign of ties returning to normal talk track' despite lingering hurdles

Following months of notable silence, Chinese and US senior trade officials are ramping up trade talks, as Chinese Vice Premier Liu He held a virtual meeting with US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday - his second discussion with top economic and trade officials under the Biden administration in less than a week, with both parties underscoring equality and mutual respect as well as the importance of economic ties in bilateral relations, sparking optimism over enhanced communication between the world's two biggest economies as well as caution that significant hurdles still remain intact.

【2021-6-3】John Ross: CHINA’S GREAT ROAD BOOK LAUNCH

Please join us in conversation to celebrate the launch of China’s Great Road; Lessons for Marxist Theory and Socialist Practices by author and economist John Ross. China’s Great Road features ten articles by Ross published between the years 2010 and 2021, all of which provide a clear analysis of China’s economic and foreign relations policies over the past decades. More importantly, Ross’ writing cuts through Western propaganda and directly addresses China’s socialist project, its history and growth, and what could be possible for future socialist countries around the world. In this discussion, we will celebrate Ross’ work, address the current economic context of China, and the relevance of this book to China’s current geopolitical position.

Wang Wen: How history teaches diseases change world power

The development of modern technology can easily lead to misperceptions that infectious diseases can be effectively controlled in developed nations. For example, the last naturally occurring case of variole was diagnosed in October 1977, and the World Health Organization (WHO) certified the global eradication of the disease in 1980.

Liu Zongyi: China-Pakistan Economic Corridor faces new opportunities to boost industrial cooperation

Since being officially launched in 2015, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the Belt and Road Initiative's (BRI) flagship project, has begun to bear fruit. As the construction of the CPEC project has come into the new stage of promoting industry and industrial park cooperation, Pakistan is facing new opportunities to fast-track the development of its industries which can help it compete globally.

Peter Koenig: “Xinjiang in My Eyes”: Debunking the Lies and Anti-China Propaganda Focusing on China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region

The conference was introduced by four keynote speakers, followed by 18 participants, who all expressed their views on the western bashing of China, falsely accusing China, in this particular case, of human rights abuses against the Muslim Uyghur population of the Xinjiang Autonomous Region in the far-west of China.

William Jones: New revelations of U.S. clandestine operations with no oversight

The indomitable William Arkin is again at it in uncovering further layers of U.S. "cloak-and-dagger" operations in that netherworld of spy vs. spy. In a recent article in Newsweek magazine, Arkin reveals the existence of an immense network of Pentagon-run operatives involved in a program entitled "signature reduction." According to Arkin, "the force, more than ten times the size of the clandestine elements of the CIA, carries out domestic and foreign assignments, both in military uniforms and under civilian cover, in real life and online, sometimes hiding in private businesses and consultancies, some of them household name companies."

Liu Zongyi: India's vaccine pursuit faces uncertain response from US

India's External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has reportedly started a five-day visit to the US from Monday. Jaishankar will hold discussions with his US counterpart Antony Blinken and other Biden administration officials with a focus on COVID-19 vaccines and US-India relations, according to Indian media outlets.

William Jones: Russian-Chinese nuclear cooperation a boon for the world

The recent decision by the Chinese and Russian governments to cooperate closely on the development of nuclear energy is significant. Firstly, the combination of the science organizations of the two countries will create a powerful force for development. China has come a long way in mastering the entire nuclear cycle over the last few decades and is at the forefront of development in the next major energy source, nuclear fusion power.

Ding Gang: Yuan Longping legacy shows the West needs to change mind to better know China

Lots of foreigners don't understand why so many Chinese people are sorrowful about the death of a 91-year-old man. Some have asked: Who is Yuan Longping?

A shares rally on record northbound net inflows from HK as yuan gains strength

Chinese mainland stock market posted a stellar rally on Tuesday, with the flagship Shanghai Composite Index finishing up 2.4 percent at 3,581.34 points. The gain was spurred by record net inflows into the A-share market via northbound trading linkups between the mainland and Hong Kong bourses as the Chinese yuan gained strength.

Liu Zongyi: India's vaccine pursuit faces uncertain response from US

Biden’s major economic policies adjustment deserves attention

In the first more than 100 days in office, US President Joe Biden has made major adjustments to a wide range of economic policies. The important influences coming with the US' adjustments deserve global attention.

Wang Wen: Dare detractors come and see reality of Xinjiang?

A Better Xinjiang: China Public Diplomacy Association holds online forum to discuss life in autonomous region

Xinjiang is rarely out of the news these days, as many international media continue to allege rights abuses in the Chinese autonomous region. But after visiting Xinjiang, experts and officials from both China and across the world say they are stunned by its rapid socio-economic development. Officials and experts have shared their views on the latest developments in Xinjiang, at a forum held by the China Public Diplomacy Association. The gathering, held in Kashgar, comes after participants wrapped up a week-long tour of Xinjiang. They acknowledged the effectiveness of measures to tackle extremism and end poverty in the region. They also called for the global community to develop a clearer understanding of how Uyghurs are treated there.

US’ delaying investment ban on China raises concern over tougher curbs

The Biden administration on Tuesday announced a two-week delay of an investment ban on some Chinese companies it claims to be linked to the Chinese military, an extension apparently intended to prepare for a tougher prohibition on such investments.

Ding Gang: US turns democracy into ‘strategic weapon’ to counter opponents

According to US media, US President Joe Biden will host a "Summit for Democracy" during his first year in office. The summit aims to mobilize so-called democratic governments to form a wide alliance to contain the rise of so-called authoritarian countries such as China and Russia.

Zhou Rong: Washington shows little morality whitewashing terrorists targeting Xinjiang

A CNN report on Saturday focused on 22 Uygurs who were once locked up in Guantanamo. They were classed as "enemy combatants" in Washington's war on terror, and to be more specific, members of the terrorist organization East Turkestan Islamic Movement (ETIM), or the Eastern Turkistan Islamic Party. Eventually, the detainees were all declared "non-combatants" and released.