Tag: China
China in Central Asia: Fact-checking and myth-busting
Since the official launch of the Belt and Road Initiative in 2013, much has been said and speculated about China’s growing presence on the global stage – some offering nuanced… [...]
Tajik people
This eagle is the symbol of the Tajik people leaving in the city of Tashkurgan, which is situated in the Xinjiang province of China. Tashkurgan is not far from Pakistan,… [...]
Spices in Kashgar
Some men buying spices at a shop in the old town of Kashgar, in the Xinjiang province of China. Credit: The editorial Find all… [...]
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China’s Military Expansion in Tajikistan
Several American media outlets have reported that China is building a second military base in Tajikistan. This development would further China’s presence in the country, making it more than merely… [...]
Coronavirus in Central Asia: An Opportunity for China?
China’s involvement in the race for vaccinations in Central Asia confirms its aim to increase relations with neighbouring countries, primed for over a decade with the New Silk Road project. [...]
Turkmenistan became China’s number one gas supplier
Being far ahead of the other regional gas suppliers, Turkmenistan became the first energy partner of China in late January 2021, ahead of Russia. In the context… [...]
Turpan old streets
The old streets of Turpan have lots of these tall brick-build building on the second floor, used to dry the raisins which is one of the best known specialty of… [...]
Hardening Positions on Afghanistan following Summit in Dushanbe
Held on 17 September in Dushanbe, the annual summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) clarified member countries’ positions on Afghanistan. Bringing together China, Russia, and four… [...]
Duppi and masks
On the main bazaar of Kashgar, with the colors of the traditional Uyghur duppi (hat) and the masks in these times of pandemic. Credit: The editorialFind… [...]
Statue in Kashgar
This statue of Mao Zedong in Kashgar, Xinjiang, is the second largest in the world. Credit: The editorialFind all of our photos… [...]