Articles by Jin Jian Guo

Why Putin won’t end the war

While the rest of the world urges an end to the war in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin remains unyielding in continuing the offensive. Commentator Jin Jian Guo looks into the reasons for Putin’s refusal to back down.

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Musk’s America Party: Personal grievance or political movement?

Elon Musk’s America Party sparks debate: is it a genuine political movement or a personal response to political setbacks? This article by Chinese commentator Jin Jian Guo explores its impact amid America’s entrenched two-party system.

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The anti-fascist fascist: Why peace with Putin is a dangerous illusion

Though Putin emphatically rejects the label of fascism, his actions — invading Ukraine and annexing Crimea, for instance — certainly say otherwise, argues commentator Jin Jian Guo. 

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Rubio and the China hawks: Setting the stage for a confrontational 2025

The incoming Trump administration, seemingly full of China hawks, will be a challenge for China. However, commentator Jin Jian Guo contends that China is prepared for this eventuality, anticipating a continuation of the current US China policy direction despite the change in administration.

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Political violence and the future of the US

Commentator Jin Jian Guo notes that while the US is known for its democracy and rule of law, one stubborn problem that it still has not resolved is political violence. What will it take to get people to dial down the vitriol?

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'World's factory' status threatened as supply chain shifts away from China

Even as China seeks to maintain its position as the "world's factory", globalisation means that companies are seeking to diversify their operations, and are shifting away from China in favour of alternatives. Commentator Jin Jian Guo delves into this trend.

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US economy continues to lead the world

Not only did the US manage to stave off a decline in 2023, it even achieved an annual GDP growth of 2.5%, with its stock market soaring to an all-time high. Commentator Jin Jian Guo notes that the history of the development of the US economy proves how crucial the entrepreneurial spirit is for an economy, helping the US keep its spot as the leading economy in the world.

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President Milei: Argentina is proof that collectivism does not work

In his recent speech at the World Economic Forum, Argentina's President Javier Milei pointed out that collectivist experiments are never the solution to the problems afflicting the citizens of the world, but are, on the contrary, the cause. Commentator Jin Jian Guo takes a closer look at Milei's criticisms and assertions.

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China does not want Donald Trump to come back

Commentator Jin Jian Guo notes that among those running to be the next US president, former President Donald Trump is China's least favoured to enter the White House, as he is likely to bring back the harsh measures he imposed against China during his previous term.

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Why China ignores the dark side of Kissinger's diplomacy

While lauded as a great diplomat, Henry Kissinger's contributions were marked with controversies, notably in relation to Cambodia, Bangladesh and Chile. Commentator Jin Jianguo looks back at Kissinger's legacy from the prism of historical violence and injustice, and opines on why China's leadership portrays him as a "friend".

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APEC: No longer an 'economic cooperation' forum

Commentator Jin Jian Guo notes that the recent Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum was of less interest than the sideline meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden. 'Open regionalism', previously synonymous with APEC, seems a thing of the past.

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The chaos of America is what makes it great

Political infighting within and between parties, a ballooning federal debt and a widening income gap; these are just some of the multitude of challenges that the US is dealing with now. However, commentator Jin Jian Guo says that even amid the chaos, the US environment that supports innovation and diverse values is what helps it thrive globally.

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