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William Jones：Trump's Space Force is still up in the air
The announcement by President Trump in June of 2018 about the creation of a new Space Force would eventually become a branch of the Department of Defense parallel to that of the Army, Navy, and the Air Force. The concerns about a "Star Wars" in this case may be warranted, depending on how this new Space Force will operate, and with what policy. If the policy of this new Space Force is to serve a single country's geopolitical ambition, then we may well see the world entering a new and dangerous "scramble" for the resources of the cosmos.
2019-08-30 -
Zhao Minghao: Is a New Cold War Inevitable? Chinese Perspectives on US–China Strategic Competition
In recent years, Chinese scholars and policy elites have discussed the ever intensifying strategic competition between the United States and China and its multifaceted implications for Chinese foreign policy. Some even worry about the possibility of a new Cold War between the United States and China. This article aims to offer an analysis of Chinese perspectives on US–China strategic competition. In the view of most Chinese observers, US–China strategic competition is inevitable because China is closing the national power gap between itself and the United States, while the latter resolutely upholds its global primacy. Other factors, including ideological disagreements, may fuel the major power competition that has extended to most aspects of US–China relations. Chinese observers believe that economic and technological rivalry between the United States and China has heightened and that the Western Pacific is the focal point of US–China strategic competition. Meanwhile, certain Chinese s
2019-08-29 -
Spearheading a Significant Push: Shenzhen gears up to be a new socialist powerhouse
After piloting China's economic development for almost 40 years, Shenzhen in south China's Guangdong Province is mapping out its new task as a pilot demonstration area of socialism with Chinese characteristics, according to a document released by the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and the State Council on August 18. One of the first special economic zones in China in 1980, Shenzhen has made remarkable progress and developed from a small fishing village to one of the top four megacities in the country. The new plan symbolizes the start of the next chapter in the city's future glory.
2019-08-29 -
Ding Gang: Tracking development: Railway is the key
It was a wonderful experience traveling from Zhangjiakou, a city in North China's Hebei Province, to Beijing by train K42. Although high-speed trains have become a popular choice for foreign visitors, the slower "green trains" can help them see a fuller picture of China. The sights through the windows of high-speed and slower trains can offer a 360 degree view of China. Railway is a benchmark for the development of rising powers, especially those with large populations and expansive territory. It is also a scale to measure the level of industrialization.
2019-08-29 -
Zhao Minghao: Trump administration's 'ostrich mentality' towards the trade war
the White House's chaotic decision-making process is out in the open. The U.S., China and the entire world economy have to pay a huge price for it. The Trump administration needs to own its mistakes and return to the negotiation table with sincerity as soon as possible. This is the only right path to go down.
2019-08-28 -
Beijing and Manila can be closer friends
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte begins his five-day visit to China on Wednesday, the fifth since he took office in June 2016. During his visit, the two sides are also expected to discuss many issues. Two experts, Song Wei and Wang Yiwei, share their views on Duterte's visit and Sino-Philippine ties.
2019-08-28 -
Liu Zhiqin: The US needs to redefine its role in the world
What will the world be like without the US? So far no think tank has touched this topic and no one has been seriously considering it. However, it is a question which calls for attention and in-depth study. It will be a big challenge, but one that is unavoidable.In fact, what the world needs is a new US - a country without prejudice and ruthlessness, a country that consistently acts on its word, and a country that respects others. The world will be fortunate if the US can become this country.
2019-08-27 -
Zhang Jingwei: 'Color revolution' stands no chance of success in HK
In the past two months or so, Hong Kong has witnessed intensifying violence on its busy streets by mindless rioters. Their illegal acts have seriously affected people's daily lives with traffic jams and a paralyzed Hong Kong International Airport. They have also grossly violated the basic human rights of other people while damaging Hong Kong's image in addition to trampling on freedom of the press. These illegal acts indicate that not only has the anti-legislation campaign against the extradition-law amendments gotten out of control, but also has shown signs of terrorism and even a "color revolution".
2019-08-27 -
Wang Wen: Clout eroded as US shirks intl duties
A few months ago, I attended a thematic seminar in Europe on global governance. The organizers invited representatives from think tanks of more than 10 countries. At the end of the discussion, a few delegates realized there were no US scholars present. Last year, at a seminar in Istanbul, when it came to discussing the next steps in the Middle East and the role of the US, one scholar told the US delegates that the best way for the Middle East to grow is for the US to exit the region. Both experiences inspired me to ask, is the US still playing an important role on the world stage?
2019-08-27 -
He Weiwen: US threat to WTO won't get it anywhere
The US leader signed a memorandum on July 26, directing the Office of the United States Trade Representative to stop treating "advanced economies" such as China as developing countries according to the World Trade Organization's rules, and urging the WTO to change its definition for developing country within 90 days. But since major reforms to the WTO require consensus (in effect unanimity) among all members, the world trade body cannot change the definition, even if it wants to.
2019-08-26 -
Zhao Minghao: US approach to Hong Kong problem puts trade negotiations in trouble
Recently, US officials, including President Donald Trump, Vice President Mike Pence and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have commented on the Hong Kong situation on different occasions. Trump warned China on August 18 that violent crackdown on the protests in Hong Kong would harm trade talks with the US. Expected to be held in September, the 13th round of China-US trade talks is still subject to uncertainty. If the US continues to step up its interference in the Hong Kong affairs, it would become more difficult to reach an agreement between the two countries to end the trade war.
2019-08-26 -
John Ross: The future of Hong Kong lies with the Chinese mainland
Hong Kong is now in its eleventh consecutive week of mass protests. The violent clashes between police and protesters have grabbed global attention. John Ross shares his views on the issue on CGTN.
2019-08-22 -
Ding Gang: Can religious identity bring unity to India?
The Indian government has abolished the special status for India-controlled Kashmir and decided to split the region into two union territories to be directly ruled by the central government. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had vowed to do so during his campaign for the 2014 election. During the general election 2019, Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) again promised to revoke Kashmir's special status. Such moves have intensified tensions in the region.
2019-08-22 -
Zhang Jingwei: Sino-US relations enter ‘new normal’ stage
As the Group of Twenty summit in Osaka concluded, US President Trump agreed to allow American companies to sell their products to Chinese tech giant Huawei Technologies. The results of the meetings between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Trump ended up being rather gratifying. Trade conflicts between China and the United States have been going on for more than a year, with the conflicts extending to the fields of science and technology, and with the US landing big hits by imposing tariffs on goods worth at least US$250 billion.
2019-08-21 -
Zhang Jingwei: Equal dialogue key in Sino-US trade talks
The leaders of China’s and the United States’ economic and trade consultation teams spoke over the phone on the evening of July 9 on the implementation of the consensual exchanges agreed by the two nations at the recent G20 summit. The Americans appear to be showing goodwill for the upcoming round of talks. The US Department of Commerce has announced that it will partially lift the Huawei ban by removing restrictions on exports to the firm and eliminating tariffs on 110 Chinese products that were previously hit with a 25% levy.
2019-08-21 -
William Jones: Beware the policy of 'strategic tension'
Major unrest in Hong Kong, provocative moves by India's leader in Kashmir, upgraded arms sales to Taiwan, and an unraveling of the nuclear non-proliferation regime are all indications of a heightened degree of tension in the world community. And this is occurring against the background of increased trade tensions and a general sense that the world is facing an imminent collapse of the international financial system.
2019-08-20 -
Wang Wen: China and world can learn from each other
From this week, Wang Wen, Executive Dean of RDCY, opened the new column “Wang Wen on Changing World” in Global Times (English edition). The first artical "China and world can learn from each other" was published on August 20, 2019.
2019-08-20 -
John Ross: What pushed Hong Kong to the brink?
Hong Kong is now in its tenth consecutive week of mass protests. The violent clashes between police and protesters have grabbed global attention.
2019-08-19 -
Danilo Türk: China on course to a promising future
2019 marks the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC). How far is China away from realizing its rejuvenation? How hard will the process be? How will China's development influence the world in the future? Global Times interviewed Professor Danilo Türk (Türk) on these issues.
2019-08-19 -
John Ross: What pushed Hong Kong to the brink?
Hong Kong is now in its tenth consecutive week of mass protests. The violent clashes between police and protesters have grabbed global attention.
2019-08-19
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