The Newsletter by George Chen
Articles about The Newsletter by George Chen
Visa’s New China Pass Says More About U.S.-China Relations Than Payments
American credit card giant Visa's latest China approval is a reminder that in today's world, diplomacy can matter as much as business.
Why Nike Can’t “Just Do It” in China Anymore
The American sportswear giant that won the last few generations of Chinese fans is struggling to win the future of China's consumers.
One Stone, Three Birds: Beijing’s Quiet World War II Victory in Washington
The biggest win from the Xi-Trump summit may have come from World War II, not trade.
First Lady Peng: The Human Touch Behind Xi–Trump Diplomacy
Peng Liyuan brought elegance, warmth, and soft power to President Xi Jinping’s Washington visit, turning diplomacy into something more human.
To Go or Not to Go? Behind the Uncertainty of Xi’s CEO Delegation
Bureaucratic hurdles and political sensitivities may prevent Chinese CEOs from joining President Xi Jinping’s visit to Washington.
On Al Jazeera: AI Risks Echo Nuclear Fears for U.S. and China
Tonight I joined a live interview with Al Jazeera, where I shared my views on Day 1 of the U.S.–China dialogue in New York City, led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng—with artificial intelligence (AI) firmly at the center. My main points were:
New York, New York: U.S.–China AI Diplomacy Takes the Stage
In New York, U.S. and Chinese officials put AI at the center of their dialogue—testing whether cooperation is possible amid rivalry and mistrust.
Xi’s Washington Itinerary Revealed: Symbolism, Reciprocity, and the Politics of Respect
A brief but carefully choreographed visit, Xi’s Washington itinerary highlights respect, reciprocity, and the stabilising power of head‑of‑state diplomacy.
Days Before Xi Meets Trump, Huawei Unveils an Nvidia Challenger to Boost Beijing’s AI Confidence
Huawei pulled forward its next AI chip days before Xi’s White House visit — a political signal that China is gaining confidence, even if America still leads the race.
No Pause in Beijing: China Accelerates AI While America Debates
China sees U.S. hesitation as hypocrisy, accelerating AI development as a strategic mission to outpace America and reshape the global balance of power.
Why Trump’s Ireland Remark Raised Eyebrows in Beijing and Taipei
President Trump’s off‑the‑cuff remark on Irish unity reverberates across the Taiwan Strait, adding new layers of uncertainty to U.S. foreign policy.
President Jiang’s Swift Response to 9/11: A Lesson in U.S.–China Cooperation
President Jiang Zemin’s midnight telegram and next‑day call to the White House after 9/11 showed how swift goodwill can build trust and briefly unite America and China against global threats.