China’s robotics leaders are pioneering new innovations and eyeing new markets. This ChinaPower feature examines the growing role of robots in China’s economy and their geopolitical implications.
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Tracking China’s Increased Military Activities in the Indo-Pacific in 2025
Analysis of open-source data shows that China’s military activities in the Indo-Pacific region increased in both operational tempo and geographical reach.
Surveying the Experts: The State of U.S.-China Relations Entering 2026
The CSIS China Power Project surveyed dozens of former U.S. government officials and leading China experts on key questions relating to U.S.-China relations. This report summarizes the findings of that survey.
How Advanced Is China’s Third Aircraft Carrier?
On November 5, 2025, China commissioned its third aircraft carrier, named Fujian, into its navy. This page provides key details about the carrier.
How Deep Are China-Russia Military Ties?
Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine has raised concerns about the deep military ties shared between China and Russia. This ChinaPower feature analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of China-Russia military relations, focusing on arms sales and joint military exercises.
Is it a Risk for America that China Holds So Much U.S. Debt?
Many worry that China’s ownership of American debt affords the Chinese economic leverage over the United States. This apprehension stems from a misunderstanding of sovereign debt and of how states derive power from their economic relations.
Has China’s Progress Toward Women’s Equality Stalled?
Rapid modernization has yielded uneven gains between Chinese men and women. China has also sought to reshape women’s roles amid demographic challenges. This feature examines women’s status in China.
What Does China Really Spend on its Military?
China’s military budget provides insight into its expanding military capabilities. In terms of gauging relative military strength, defense budgets can be compared between countries and over a set period of time to assess overall trends.