Everything at stake at China’s ‘two sessions’, as Trump 2.0 shapes the world

As China’s political elite gather for the country’s annual legislative sessions in March, we examine the broader forces likely to influence policies for the coming year – and how decision-makers will respond to the unpredictable second term of US President Donald Trump.

Updated: 11 Mar, 2025

Everything at stake at China’s ‘two sessions’, as Trump 2.0 shapes the world

[1]

With tech the X factor, does the US-China GDP race still matter?

As China’s elite craft policy for 2025, competition with the US has changed – with tech and manufacturing, rather than GDP, the main battleground.

01 Mar, 2025

[2]

‘Two sessions’ 2025: China can look back on 5 years of gains at expense of US

The upcoming political gathering gives the leadership a chance to reflect on how far it has closed the gap in areas such as technology.

02 Mar, 2025

[3]

As ‘anything but China’ fades, can ‘two sessions’ spark optimism amid AI surge?

Capital markets are riding a wave of interest in Chinese tech, but geopolitics and other obstacles to investments could wipe out the rally if opportunities fizzle.

04 Mar, 2025

[4]

What does Beijing have in mind for Taiwan in 2025 after Ukraine shock?

Analysts say Beijing is ‘preoccupied’ with the economy this year and will keep up its carrot and stick approach to Taiwan reunification.

05 Mar, 2025

[5]

How will China respond to the Trump ‘chaos’? We might get some clues this week

Top diplomat Wang Yi could shed light on Beijing’s position on Ukraine, the Middle East and its ties with Washington when he meets the press.

06 Mar, 2025

[6]

‘Two sessions’ 2025: how can China get its private sector back on track?

China will need stronger action to ensure a level playing field – as the struggles of its first privately owned high-speed railways show.

07 Mar, 2025

[7]

In China’s economic transition, who’s up and who’s down?

As China continues its economic transformation, some industries stand to gain tremendously – and others are being left in the dust.

09 Mar, 2025

[8]

Will China’s science and tech breakthroughs help it challenge US dominance?

As state media proclaims China the new heavyweight in scientific research, others warn gaps and weaknesses must be addressed.

11 Mar, 2025

Everything at stake at China’s ‘two sessions’, as Trump 2.0 shapes the world

As China’s political elite gather for the country’s annual legislative sessions in March, we examine the broader forces likely to influence policies for the coming year – and how decision-makers will respond to the unpredictable second term of US President Donald Trump.

With tech the X factor, does the US-China GDP race still matter?

As China’s elite craft policy for 2025, competition with the US has changed – with tech and manufacturing, rather than GDP, the main battleground.

‘Two sessions’ 2025: China can look back on 5 years of gains at expense of US

The upcoming political gathering gives the leadership a chance to reflect on how far it has closed the gap in areas such as technology.

As ‘anything but China’ fades, can ‘two sessions’ spark optimism amid AI surge?

Capital markets are riding a wave of interest in Chinese tech, but geopolitics and other obstacles to investments could wipe out the rally if opportunities fizzle.

What does Beijing have in mind for Taiwan in 2025 after Ukraine shock?

Analysts say Beijing is ‘preoccupied’ with the economy this year and will keep up its carrot and stick approach to Taiwan reunification.

How will China respond to the Trump ‘chaos’? We might get some clues this week

Top diplomat Wang Yi could shed light on Beijing’s position on Ukraine, the Middle East and its ties with Washington when he meets the press.

‘Two sessions’ 2025: how can China get its private sector back on track?

China will need stronger action to ensure a level playing field – as the struggles of its first privately owned high-speed railways show.

In China’s economic transition, who’s up and who’s down?

As China continues its economic transformation, some industries stand to gain tremendously – and others are being left in the dust.

Will China’s science and tech breakthroughs help it challenge US dominance?

As state media proclaims China the new heavyweight in scientific research, others warn gaps and weaknesses must be addressed.

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