Jennifer Xiao

Jennifer Xiao is a dedicated Political Science graduate student at the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Columbia University. With a keen interest in public policy and international relations, she is committed to analyzing and addressing complex political issues. Jennifer's academic journey reflects her passion for fostering a deeper understanding of governance and its impact on global affairs.

Opinion

2 days ago

Navigating Uncertainty: China’s Plan to Trump-Proof Its Economy

The recent re-election of Donald Trump as President of the United States has sent ripples through global capitals, with Beijing particularly attentive to the implications for U.S.-China relations. China’s leadership, while not

Opinion

1 month ago

The Ideology Question: What Drives Trump’s China Strategy?

As Donald Trump prepares for his return to the White House, the world braces for a new chapter in U.S.-China relations. But as the contours of his China policy begin to emerge,

Planet

1 month ago

China and Brazil Forge Deeper Ties for a Just World and Sustainable Future

In a landmark moment for international relations, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced the elevation of their nations’ bilateral ties to a “community with a

Riding Into the Night: How Chinese Students Found Joy and Lost It Again

On a balmy summer night, under the hum of Zhengzhou’s streetlights, an extraordinary sight emerged: tens of thousands of young people on bicycles, forming a spontaneous convoy of joy and defiance. What

1 month ago

Culture

Three Factors Behind Donald Trump’s Resounding Win in US Presidential Election 2024

In an era marked by political volatility and shifting allegiances, Donald Trump has orchestrated what many are calling the most stunning political comeback in the annals of United States history. From a

2 months ago

Opinion

To Win Michigan, Harris Needs a New Message; Anti-Trump Narrative Isn’t It

In Michigan, a critical swing state where political winds shift with the economy and kitchen-table issues, Kamala Harris’ warnings about Donald Trump’s authoritarianism seem to be slipping into the background. While she

2 months ago

Opinion

Taiwan’s Silent Struggle: How Chinese Lawfare Threatens Global Stability

In recent months, China’s military activities around Taiwan have escalated dramatically, with simulated invasion drills, missile launches over the island, and daily incursions by Chinese fighter jets into Taiwanese airspace. These aggressive

2 months ago

Opinion

A Turning Point in Gaza: The Death of Yahya Sinwar and Its Implications

The death of Yahya Sinwar, a principal architect of Hamas’s deadly October 7, 2023, assault on Israel, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict that has gripped the Middle East. As

2 months ago

Opinion

Shifting Sands: How Far-Right Wins Are Reshaping Europe

In a troubling trend that threatens the fabric of European democracy, recent elections in Austria and Germany have highlighted the growing influence of far-right parties across the continent. The normalization of anti-migrant,

2 months ago

Opinion

WHO Investment Round: Make a Commitment to Our Common Health

We all value our health and the health of those close to us. Yet despite great strides in science and innovation our health is under threat, even in the most developed countries.

2 months ago

Planet

Escalating Conflict Threatens to Engulf Lebanon and the Region

In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, Iran launched a ballistic missile attack on Israel yesterday, signaling a dramatic intensification of hostilities in the Middle East. This

3 months ago

Opinion

How a U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Imperils Our Planet

The Supreme Court's decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo undermines federal agencies' ability to combat climate change by ending Chevron deference, shifting interpretive power to the courts. This change threatens crucial

5 months ago

Planet

I Thought I Disliked These Authors. But I Was Happy to be Wrong

Dear readers, The other day I was driving with my brother, who was playing D.J., when one of his song selections took me by surprise. “I thought you hated Elvis Costello,” I said accusingly

5 months ago

Culture

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Jennifer Xiao

Navigating Uncertainty: China’s Plan to Trump-Proof Its Economy

The Ideology Question: What Drives Trump’s China Strategy?

China and Brazil Forge Deeper Ties for a Just World and Sustainable Future

Riding Into the Night: How Chinese Students Found Joy and Lost It Again

Three Factors Behind Donald Trump’s Resounding Win in US Presidential Election 2024

To Win Michigan, Harris Needs a New Message; Anti-Trump Narrative Isn’t It

Taiwan’s Silent Struggle: How Chinese Lawfare Threatens Global Stability

A Turning Point in Gaza: The Death of Yahya Sinwar and Its Implications

Shifting Sands: How Far-Right Wins Are Reshaping Europe

WHO Investment Round: Make a Commitment to Our Common Health

Escalating Conflict Threatens to Engulf Lebanon and the Region

How a U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Imperils Our Planet

I Thought I Disliked These Authors. But I Was Happy to be Wrong

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