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‘Zero Covid’: At What Cost?
China's zero-COVID approach involves indiscriminate and mass PCR testing, forced quarantines, and indefinite…
The Aftermath: China’s Dynamic Zero COVID Strategy
Host Andrew Xu sits down once again with Vivian Wang, a China correspondent for The New York Times. They discuss…
Eyes on China: Beijing’s Response to the Ukraine…
Throughout history, Beijing has consistently aligned itself with Russia, especially in its efforts to…
Safe Bet or Safety Risk? China’s Mixed…
Among the world’s deadliest, coal mines in China are reminiscent of an age gone by, with much of the globe…
China Under the Spotlight: How the 2022 Winter Olympics…
Countries like Canada and the United States have expressed their discontent at China hosting the games. This comes…
China and Russia: A Complicated History
The relationship between China and Russia has a deep — and not always amicable — history. Their rapprochement in…
Ethnic Diversity in China: A Strategic Tool?
The Beijing Olympics opening ceremony showcased China's ethnic diversity, but it is more than just a message of…
Les JO de Pékin, entre politique et polémiques
Ville-hôte des JO d'hiver 2022, Pékin a profité du feu des projecteurs pour tenter de projeter son ambition…
Sustainable Agriculture: A Question of Land Use
As the world population continues to grow and resource scarcity becomes increasingly pronounced, there has never…
Are the Olympics Truly Apolitical?
Who gets to decide where “sport with a purpose” morphs into clear political manipulation?
MIR Meets: Richard Hanania
Host Blaise Brosnan sits down with Richard Hanania, founder of the Center for the Study of Partisanship and…
The Aftermath: Hong Kong’s ‘Patriots…
Host Andrew Xu sits down with Vivian Wang, a China correspondent for The New York Times. They discuss Hong Kong's…