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Alyssa Chen
Reporter, China
Alyssa joined the Post in 2023 as a reporter on China desk to cover diplomacy. Her interests lie in cross-strait relations and Sino-Japan relations. Previously, she was the Asia Correspondent for the Japan Times, and graduated from the University of Hong Kong.
Alyssa joined the Post in 2023 as a reporter on China desk to cover diplomacy. Her interests lie in cross-strait relations and Sino-Japan relations. Previously, she was the Asia Correspondent for the Japan Times, and graduated from the University of Hong Kong.
Areas of Expertise:
Diplomacy, Sino-Japan relations, cross-strait relations
Languages Spoken:
English, Japanese, Mandarin
A succession of leaders have beaten a path to Beijing with pragmatic cooperation in mind, according to former ambassador Wu Ken.
Beijing’s strong but restrained reaction aligns with a long-standing strategy of diplomatic backing without direct military engagement.
Senator says the two sides might start joint patrols in the South China Sea by the end of next month.
A decade-long geopolitical chill has kept South Korean entertainers largely locked out of the Chinese market, but fans find ways to connect.
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Scare Out – supported by the intelligence services and made by acclaimed director Zhang Yimou – is one of the most popular films over Lunar New Year.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has already suggested she wants to revise the clause that renounces the use of force to settle disputes.
Beijing has a range of possible options after a contract given to Hong Kong firm CK Hutchison was voided by Panama’s Supreme Court.
Beijing substantially increased patrols as well as broadened coverage near contested sites in prized waters, researchers say.
Envoy Xiao Qian says Beijing ‘has the obligation to take measures’ if the port, leased to China for 99 years, is taken back.
‘We would respond strictly within the limits of the law,’ Japanese PM says, elaborating on remarks that angered Beijing in November.
Seemingly risky move to oust two generals ahead of Communist Party congress and PLA centenary sends a message about anti-corruption drive.
With challenges from the populist right and a new centrist alliance, Sanae Takaichi may not get her hoped-for stronger mandate.
Beijing is trying to present itself as a more responsible power, but analysts say concrete actions will be needed to win over its neighbours.
After a near-decade of distant relations, the two countries are ‘forging a new partnership’.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the two countries have worked together to achieve a turnaround in relations.
Lee Jae Myung and Xi Jinping found common ground on ‘one China’ but there was no word on what to do about Pyongyang.
In meeting with visiting South Korean president, Chinese premier calls for cooperation in AI, new energy and high-end manufacturing.
Appeal to President Lee Jae Myung comes as Seoul is looking to ‘open a new chapter’ in the relationship after years of tension.
The pragmatic president is seeking to balance relations with Beijing while keeping Washington onside.
Exchange of visits by two countries’ leaders within months underscores their commitment to deepening ties, analysts say.
Beijing is reported to have rejected Tokyo’s proposal for a three-way summit with South Korea amid ongoing spat over PM’s comments on Taiwan.
Meeting between Xi Jinping and Lee Jae-myung seen as the start of a thaw in relations, but analysts say roadblocks remain.
Meeting between Xi Jinping and Lee Jae-myung on Apec sidelines is the first between the two leaders since the latter assumed office in June.
At first sit-down meeting with Sanae Takaichi, Chinese leader says the two countries should focus on the bigger picture to manage differences.
Amid a bruising trade war, the two leaders rekindle friendly tone ahead of their first face-to-face encounter in six years.
Chinese foreign ministry confirms leaders to ‘exchange views on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest’.
Chinese leader’s first visit in more than a decade carries limited expectations as US and North Korean challenges loom.
Tokyo’s ability to be effective in major diplomatic events is said to suffer as no single political party can maintain a stable government.
Transport ministry says it is working with local authorities to ensure smooth and safe journeys at one of the peak periods for travel.
