The Threat of Bolton Has Retreated, But Not the Threat of War

The Threat of Bolton Has Retreated, But Not the Threat of War

John Bolton tried his best. The national security adviser entered the Trump administration as a predictable warmonger with an unslakable thirst for power. He streamlined the national security apparatus to maximize his access to the president. At least at first, he played the role of loyal adjutant to Trump. As in his days as an…

Germany and China Clash Over Hong Kong and Economic Issues

Germany and China Clash Over Hong Kong and Economic Issues

Germany and China quarrel over protests in Hong Kong and investments in the Old World economy Relations between China and Germany are being tested. After German Foreign Minister Heiko Maas held a meeting with Hong Kong protest leader Joshua Wong, Beijing accused Berlin of “disrespect” towards it. Mutual discontent has not been so acute since…