Dec 04, 2023

Over the 45 years since the China-Japan Peace and Friendship Treaty, the economic scale of the two countries has shifted. In addition, their economic structures have evolved, moving beyond an era of asymmetric dependence to a new phase characterized by mutual reliance.

Nov 23, 2020

The agreement marks the emergence of constructive rules for the entire East Asia region. The parties no longer look to the Trans-Pacific Partnership, with its burdensome provisions, as a model template.

Jan 16, 2019

Japan will need some big friends to balance against the US.

Dec 11, 2018

Since its foundation 10 years ago, China has promoted equity and prosperity at the G20.

Nov 05, 2018

China and Japan will work for common peace and prosperity in the new era.

May 21, 2018

Li Keqiang’s visit to Japan saw a new era of China-Japan relations.

Nov 27, 2017

China led the way on innovative cooperation at the APEC summit, as the U.S. and Japan faltered.

Nov 07, 2017

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe won a great election victory, enabling him to push through his agenda. But this victory will prove hollow if he doesn’t favor cooperation over cut-throat competition.

Jul 31, 2017

China-US cooperation based on mutual respect and equality are key to the G20’s success. Timely and effective communication between the leaders and reaffirmed commitment to this approach would contribute to the G20’s role in promoting economic recovery and ultimately inclusive growth of the world. 

Oct 03, 2016

China’s ties with the two US allies continue to evolve, as Beijing develops new consensus with Seoul but finds accommodation with Tokyo more challenging. Domestic politics in the US and Japan may cast a shadow on future progress in China’s bilateral relations with both South Korea and Japan.