U.N. Leader Praises China’s Quake Response

The secretary general of the United Nations flew to the heart of China’s earthquake zone and pledged his organization’s support.

Monks and China Rising

Roger Cohen argues that the nine months to the Beijing Olympics present a unique opportunity to shame China into shepherding Burmese reform.

China Blocks Move to Condemn Crackdown

China blocked an effort on Wednesday to have the Security Council condemn Myanmar’s violent crackdown on protesters.

China Braces for Prospect of Changes in Myanmar

China is Myanmar’s most important trading partner, investor and strategic ally, and has consistently thwarted attempts to put pressure on Myanmar’s rulers.