OPINION

Allies have right to raise demands to US like Duterte did


The Philippines has set an example for countries that allow the stationing of US troops worldwide. In a crisis like this, they all have the right to raise demands toward the US.

China, US must rebuild relations brick by brick: Charles W. Freeman Jr.

Skilled work requires a skilled workman and there is a great deal of work to be done to repair Sino-American relations.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/27 11:20:04

How Alibaba probe can promote harmony among enterprises, entrepreneurs and Chinese society?

China has launched an anti-monopoly investigation against Alibaba, which triggered a varying degree of speculation as anti-monopoly is not an area that China was familiar with in the past. I think there may be inevitably a certain level of speculation, but it shouldn't be encouraged.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/26 21:02:12

Mao's legacy foundation for China's rejuvenation

Saturday marks the 127th anniversary of the birth of Mao Zedong, one of the great men of the last century. The Chinese people miss the late Chinese leader deeply. Mao participated in the founding of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and led the CPC and the Chinese people to establish People's Republic of China, laying a solid political foundation for the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. As time passes, his remarkable achievements have taken on more extraordinary historical significance.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/26 14:39:34

After 10 months of confusion, chaos and deaths, can West have a clear virus-fight strategy?

China has passed with flying colours, the West has failed miserably. 2020 will be seen as marking the Great Transition, a growing recognition around the world that the baton of global leadership is passing to China.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/25 21:38:39

China must be tough for next virus fight: Global Times editorial

The ideal scenario is that vaccines become public goods for humans to fight against the coronavirus no matter who develops them. They will be used as a 100 percent scientifically-based tool, rather than for political leverage.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/25 23:13:39

Half of China overweight, needs slimming

Obesity may lead to sub-health and severe heart disease. Therefore, people, particularly children, should be encouraged to partake in well-balanced diets, and exercise regularly. They should participate in healthy activities and be weened off their mobile phones and not buried in textbooks, or notebooks.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/25 19:18:39

Is China-US constructive engagement and interaction possible under Biden?

Will a Biden presidency improve US-China relations? It is best to put aside unrealistic expectations and await actions from Washington.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/25 19:13:39

The EU mustn't yield to US pressure or lose autonomy over an investment treaty with China

The EU mustn't yield to US pressure or lose its autonomy. It needs to strengthen its own capabilities to establish a more balanced transatlantic relationship.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/25 19:03:39

Being diplomatically direct and critical not a privilege of the West

What China hit back at was groundless accusations and smearing. China's diplomatic practice has not become aggressive as the West claims, but is a defense of China's interests in nature.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/24 22:14:38

India embraces the US at cost of Russia ties

China-US relations will also encounter challenges and uncertainties. For example, the Trump administration has created many traps for the new Biden government over China-related issues. Does Biden have the will and determination to eliminate them one by one? How will the new administration adjust US China policy? More time is needed to tell.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/24 21:58:47

Merry isolated Christmas

Merry isolated Christmas in 2020.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/24 20:43:39

What can India offer to turn the US into a 'pawn'?

India sometimes overestimates its strength, particularly its capabilities to plan strategically. Does India have any leverage to make the US its strategic pawn? It would be more feasible for India to return to reason and meet China half way. After all, China has reiterated its willingness to maintain its peaceful India policies, despite the recent border conflicts.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/24 20:16:30

US prefers SCS instability so it can thrive

Be it capability or intent, Washington has already become the most unstable element to the situation in the sea. Observing the South China Sea situation requires knowledge and also rationality. It is self-evident who on is making waves in this otherwise peaceful sea.
Source: Global Times | 2020/12/24 17:33:39