Understanding China’s Position on the Israel-Palestine Conflict

Understanding China’s Position on the Israel-Palestine Conflict

China’s relations with Palestine, which are intertwined with its overall Middle East policy, have deep historical roots. China officially recognized Palestine in 1988, but bilateral relations started in 1965. That year, the Palestine Liberation Organization opened a representative office in China, which was converted to embassy level in 1974.  During these years, Palestinian leaders, especially Yasser … Read more

China and Saudi Arabia: A Partnership Under Pressure

China and Saudi Arabia: A Partnership Under Pressure

Children in Saudi Arabia are committed to learning Chinese. The Ministry of Education has instructed all public and private secondary schools to teach Mandarin for at least two lessons per week. Teaching may soon be expanded to encompass universities and primary schools. The language classes have been mandated by Saudi Arabia’s powerful de facto leader, … Read more

China’s Attitude Toward the Israel-Gaza War

What the Israel-Palestine Conflict Means for China-US Competition

Advertisement In the early morning of October 7, local time, armed forces from Gaza, led by Hamas, suddenly launched an attack on Israel. They entered Israel and killed more than 1,400 people, including civilians, and took more than 100 people back to Gaza as hostages. Israel, which was hit hard, declared the country to be … Read more

The Chinese Public Is Closely Watching the Israel-Hamas War

China’s Offer to Mediate in the Israel-Palestine Conflict Is Overstated – For Now

Advertisement As a reporter, I have been focused on Israel and the Middle East for almost two decades – which makes me unique among Chinese journalists. Since 2006, I have been checking Israeli and Gulf media outlets for news almost every day, even during the Chinese New Year.  During this Gaza war, the outpouring of … Read more

China’s Response to the Israel-Hamas Conflict Reflects Its Longstanding Support for Palestine

Can China Tip the Scales in the Palestine-Israel Peace Process?

China’s President Xi Jinping, right, and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas shake hands after a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, June 14, 2023. Credit: Jade Gao/Pool Photo via AP Advertisement On October 7, Palestinian terrorist organization Hamas launched large-scale attacks into Israel. In addition to a barrage of thousands of … Read more

What the Israel-Palestine Conflict Means for China-US Competition

What the Israel-Palestine Conflict Means for China-US Competition

Advertisement The new round of the Israel-Palestine conflict, in terms of both intensity and scope, is unprecedented since the Yom Kippur War in 1973. In the coming period of time, there is a risk of further escalation of the Israel-Palestine conflict, which will have a multifaceted impact on the long-term settlement of the issue, as … Read more

China’s Toothless Response to the Israel-Hamas War

China’s Toothless Response to the Israel-Hamas War

Advertisement At dawn on September 7, Hamas launched thousands of rockets toward Israel and sent armed gunmen across the border from the Gaza Strip. Israel is still dislodging the militants, but has reported finding over 900 dead so far; another 130 people have been taken captive by the Palestinian militant group, which is threatening to … Read more

Can China Tip the Scales in the Palestine-Israel Peace Process?

Can China Tip the Scales in the Palestine-Israel Peace Process?

China’s President Xi Jinping, right, and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas shake hands after a signing ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Credit: Jade Gao/Pool Photo via AP Advertisement In a groundbreaking move, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud Abbas have forged a strategic … Read more

China Hosts Palestinian President Abbas as Beijing Steps up Middle East Diplomacy

China Hosts Palestinian President Abbas as Beijing Steps up Middle East Diplomacy

Advertisement Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas began a visit to China on Tuesday that comes as Beijing is seeking a larger role in Middle East politics and competing for energy resources. In announcing the visit, China’s Foreign Ministry said China was willing to help broker relations between the Palestinian Authority and the Israeli government, which have … Read more