Portraying China's presence in Africa with flags on maps can distort African states' sovereignty and their power to make decisions based on national interests. This visual portrayal reduces these ...

Rare earth minerals have become the backbone of modern technology, fueling everything from smartphones and electric vehicles to advanced military systems. As nations race to secure these vital ...

Given the increasing importance of rare earths, countries with large reserves are gaining significant economic and political influence.

This year's two sessions — the annual meetings of the National People's Congress, China's top legislature, and the National ...