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How Local Corruption Evolved in China Under Xi Jinping – The Diplomat

Cs news7 months ago015 mins

Anti-corruption is undoubtedly one of Xi Jinping’s most significant political legacies since he came to power in 2012. It began with the purge of Li Chuncheng, which led to the downfall of former Politburo Standing Committee member Zhou Yongkang. Xi’s anti-corruption campaign has touched all aspects of Chinese politics, from central and local governments to…

Should Beijing Get Credit for Incubating DeepSeek? – The Diplomat

Cs news8 months ago010 mins

To many, the meteoric rise of DeepSeek is a “Sputnik moment.” Despite its modest scale and resources, the Hangzhou-based AI startup has come a long way, surmounting tech barriers, export controls, and trade restrictions. Chinese media and tech insiders have hailed its emergence as a “historic moment” for China’s innovation model. Much of the discussion…