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Hong Kong Isn’t Mainland China: Let’s Try to Keep It that Way

In this commentary, Hanscom Smith argues that Hong Kong continues to differ from mainland China in meaningful ways and recommends that Washington seek to support ordinary Hongkongers in protecting what remains of the city’s autonomy and unique attributes.

Commentary by Hanscom Smith — June 27, 2024

Can China’s Economy Overcome the ‘Autocracy Handicap’?

China’s biggest struggle has always been with itself; while Xi Jinping has given himself breathing room by putting ties with the United States on a firmer footing, it now depends on how he uses that space to determine whether China can revive economic growth.

Commentary by Hanscom Smith — January 19, 2024