Nian Guangjiu, a sunflower seed seller, passed away last week. His diminished status in the public consciousness by the time of his death belies his importance in China's economic history. While he ...

Even to the casual observer, the streets of China look very different compared to a few short years ago. A passing glance would be enough for most to notice the changes - sleek electric vehicles (EVs) ...

In May 1981, I visited China with David Rockefeller and several other members of the Trilateral Commission. It was an exciting time in China. The Cultural Revolution had ended five years earlier with ...

One of the major weaknesses of authoritarian governments is that the politics in the country is defined by one man. For as long as the ruler is able to maintain power and stability, the country is ...

Victor Gao, who once served as a translator for late Chinese leader Deng Xiaoping and is known for promoting Beijing's political stance, has sparked criticism after issuing a veiled threat to the ...