Wang Xiangwei's Thought of the Day on China

Wang Xiangwei's Thought of the Day on China delves into the complex dynamics between China, Taiwan, and the US, the implications of political decisions on Hong Kong's autonomy, the Chinese government's approach to foreign investment and businesses, and the strategic shifts within China's secretive agencies under Xi Jinping's leadership.

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My latest #ThoughtoftheDayonChina: Taiwan's election matters but not in the way the global media has written; Sadly, Taiwan’s future is not decided by people in Taiwan, but by China and US.

1022 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Taiwan China United States International relations
  1. Taiwan's election outcome may not affect its future as much as China and the US's decisions do.
  2. Taiwan's pro-sovereignty ruling party's victory could escalate tensions between Taiwan, China, and the United States.
  3. Despite the election results, maintaining peace in cross-strait relations depends heavily on Washington and Beijing.

我最新专栏的中文翻译： 台湾的选举很重要，但其重要性并不像国际媒体所写的那样简单；悲哀的是，台湾的未来不是由台湾人民决定的，而是由中国和美国决定的。

569 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🌍 World Politics Taiwan China U.S. Elections Geopolitics
  1. Taiwan's election is significant but its future is influenced by China and the US, not just the Taiwanese people.
  2. The outcome of the election may lead to challenges with the opposition party controlling the legislature.
  3. The international media may speculate, but it's ultimately up to Beijing and Washington to determine the future of Taiwan.

My latest column: Why does China’s most secretive spy agency no longer wish to remain clandestine?

176 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics China National Security Espionage Xi Jinping Global relations
  1. China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) is becoming more open and public under President Xi Jinping, shifting focus to national security since 2018.
  2. New spy chief Chen Yixin is pushing for MSS to take a high-profile role, being close to Xi Jinping and advocating for the agency's visibility.
  3. China's party leadership is considering adding Xi Jinping Thought on National Security as a new pillar, with MSS potentially aiming to support this initiative.

我的最新专栏的中文翻译：为什么中国隐蔽战线的最高机构不再隐蔽？

98 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics China Security Government Policy International relations
  1. The Ministry of State Security in China, once shrouded in secrecy, is now stepping into the public eye due to a shift in focus towards national security.
  2. The current Minister of State Security, Chen Yixin, has been instrumental in the department's increased visibility and public presence.
  3. The Chinese leadership is emphasizing Xi Jinping's ideology on national security, adding it as a new pillar to consolidate his political theory.
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Seeking truth from facts: China's stonewalling on Qin Gang's dismissal as FM has damaged its image as a responsible world power

216 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics China Leadership
  1. China's lack of transparency on Qin Gang's dismissal has harmed its reputation as a global power.
  2. The speculation and secrecy surrounding Qin's removal indicate potential weaknesses in China's political system.
  3. The decision to replace Qin with Wang is seen as a move to ensure stability in China's foreign policies.

An impending war in Taiwan Strait? Beijing and Washington must take full advantage of their return to high-level talks to snuff out the dangerous speculation

235 implied HN points • 10 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics China Taiwan US-China Relations
  1. War over Taiwan is unlikely if the self-ruled island does not declare independence.
  2. Fears and speculation about impending war between China and the US are fueled by rising tensions and misunderstandings.
  3. Preventing war over Taiwan requires Beijing and Washington to engage in high-level talks and find a new understanding.

王向偉：台海開戰？中美急需達成新共識 驅散戰爭陰霾

176 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Geopolitics International relations Conflicts Diplomacy Leadership
  1. China is intensifying military preparations to potentially attack Taiwan, raising concerns internationally.
  2. It is important for Taiwan's future leaders to avoid policies or actions seen as promoting independence to prevent conflict in the Taiwan Strait.
  3. Reaching a new consensus between China and the U.S. on the Taiwan issue is crucial to avoid war and dispel the shadow of conflict.

Strategic or tactical? China’s leaders have tried hard to reassure investors. The wisdom of Chinese philosopher Hu Shih comes to mind: “More study of problems, less talk of ‘isms’”.

196 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
🌍 World Politics China Economy Foreign Policy Reform Geopolitics
  1. China's leaders are working hard to reassure investors amid economic challenges.
  2. There is skepticism surrounding China's commitment to its reform and opening up policies.
  3. Recent measures suggest China is addressing concerns about legal protections for entrepreneurs.

As China’s legislature opened to elect a new government, it’s time to curb the ultra-leftist revival which threatens Xi Jinping’s plan to revive the economy and goal of national rejuvenation

196 implied HN points • 06 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics Xi Jinping Economy
  1. China's Communist Party has fluctuated between ultra-left radicalism and pragmatism throughout history.
  2. Key leaders like Deng Xiaoping emphasized the importance of guarding against ultra-leftist tendencies to focus on economic growth.
  3. Current challenges in China include the resurgence of ultra-leftist sentiments threatening economic development and the need to curb these tendencies.

My latest Thought of the Day on China

176 implied HN points • 21 Feb 23
🌍 World Politics China US
  1. Wang Xiangwei shared thoughts on the US-China relationship and predicted uneasy reconciliation in the future.
  2. He participated in a panel on the topic organized by Goldman Sachs in Hong Kong.
  3. Readers can subscribe to Wang Xiangwei's Thought of the Day on China for more insights.

China’s new premier Li Qiang appeared to have pushed all the right buttons to project a pro-business and pragmatic governing style.

176 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics China Leadership Economy Diplomacy
  1. Li Qiang emphasized focus on reviving the economy in the next five years, reassuring the private sector and promising to improve the entrepreneurship environment.
  2. Li Qiang made it clear that his role is to execute plans set out by President Xi Jinping, showing a change from past premier styles.
  3. Li Qiang maintained a sharp focus on reviving the economy during his press conference, dedicating less time to international relations and emphasizing the importance of field research.

我最新专栏的中文翻译：《王向偉真話中國》新政府新使命：需堅決遏制‘極左’思潮。

98 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🌍 World Politics China Leadership Ideology International relations Economic Development
  1. The Chinese government needs to firmly control extreme left-wing ideologies to ensure economic development.
  2. Historical leadership transitions in China focused on economic development and pragmatism rather than ideological debates.
  3. Current challenges in China include economic recovery post-COVID and balancing international relations while curbing extreme nationalist ideologies.