“Xi Jinping himself – ideologically and politically – was committed to a form of totalitarian rule. And he was skillful enough, ruthless enough to bring it about.” During China’s reform and opening ...

A man pushes a bicycle cart past traditional wooden shops and red Chinese flags in the heart of Lijiang Old Town, Yunnan Province, China, Oct. 23, 2024. Understanding domestic politics in China must ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

China’s sudden removal of senior military leaders, including allegations that a top general leaked sensitive information to the United States, is raising new questions about internal turmoil inside ...