China’s Rise is an Exception
When viewed solely from a Chinese perspective, often shaped by nationalist narratives, the rise of China offers an incomplete picture. Similarly, an outsider's observation...
Economy, Efficiency, and Demand of Soviet Russia from a Historical Perspective
History provides important lessons for today’s world, especially when examining the role of centralization and government intervention in economic policies. The economy of Soviet...
Why China Needs Comprehensive Welfarism
The assertion that "without a well-functioning economy, political stability cannot be achieved" may sound all too cliché, yet it is certainly true. In the...
China’s Looming Population Crisis
Confronted with a profound demographic crisis that threatens its future, China is experiencing a significant population decline, with far-reaching consequences across various sectors.
One of...
What Trumpism Means to China
Whether Donald Trump will become the next Republican President of the United States remains uncertain. If he secures the presidency, which seems probable, the...
The “Response-Reaction” Model of Historical Realism
Pablo Touzon, the founder of Panama magazine, has recently published an intriguing article titled How the Argentine Left Created Milei. This piece demonstrates the...
Can China Divide the West?
Authors: Kung Chan and Zhou Chao*
The arrangement of Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to three European countries—France, Serbia, and Hungary—appears meticulously planned. Within...
China’s Looming Food Crisis
For over a decade, I have dedicated my efforts to understanding the complex dynamics of inflation and food scarcity in China. Despite moments of...
AI Could Cause Chinese Smartphone Brands Falling Behind
Authors: Kung Chan and Xia Ri*
With Apple and Google engaging in discussions regarding a significant collaboration agreement aimed at integrating Google's Gemini artificial intelligence...
Some Perspectives on the Future Situation of Taiwan
On January 13, 2024, Taiwan witnessed its leadership election, resulting in the victory of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidates William Lai and Hsiao Mei-chin....