Chen Weihua

Beijing

Columnist and Chief Correspondent at China Daily Global

Columnist, China Daily

Articles

Marx's legacy still relevant in Europe

1 week ago | chinadaily.com.cn | Chen Weihua

The Grand Place is the most famous and photographed tourist attraction in Brussels and was described by Victor Hugo as the most beautiful in the world. Encircled by buildings of Baroque, Gothic and Louis XIV architectural styles and gilded with gold detailing, it is known to Chinese tourists as Golden Grand Square or huangjin da guangchang. Chinese tourists are especially drawn to a Louis XIV building from 1698, now known as La Maison du Cygne — the Swan House, a high-end event and banquet venue.
EU split on Russian sanctions: Experts

2 weeks ago | chinadailyhk.com | Chen Weihua

The European Commission's proposal on Tuesday for a fresh 18th round of sanctions against Russia is likely to face opposition from some member states and a less cooperative US government, according to officials and experts. The proposal, announced by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and High Representative Kaja Kallas, targets Russia's energy, military industry and banking sector.
The worst may still be ahead in conflict between Russia, Ukraine

3 weeks ago | chinadailyhk.com | Chen Weihua

Published: 14:36, June 6, 2025PDF ViewThe worst may still be ahead in conflict between Russia, UkraineThe recent direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, Turkiye, had initially rekindled hopes for a ceasefire, leading to lasting peace after more than three years of conflict. But the latest developments, with various parties involved, show it is not the case. US President Donald Trump talked with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the phone on Wednesday.
The worst may still be ahead in conflict between Russia, Ukraine

3 weeks ago | chinadaily.com.cn | Chen Weihua

The recent direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Istanbul, Turkiye, had initially rekindled hopes for a ceasefire, leading to lasting peace after more than three years of conflict. But the latest developments, with various parties involved, show it is not the case. US President Donald Trump talked with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the phone on Wednesday.
Macron's adversarial message not welcome in Asia

3 weeks ago | chinadaily.com.cn | Chen Weihua

French President Emmanuel Macron has been doubling down on foreign policy lately in a bid to salvage his rapidly declining popularity at home. However, his show at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on Friday revealed many contradictions and blunders. Macron said in a keynote speech that he was upset with countries from Asia and Africa to Latin America which have adopted a different approach to the Russia-Ukraine conflict in comparison to the European Union and the United States.
Not anti-US, but for good ties between China and US

4 weeks ago | chinadailyhk.com | Chen Weihua

Published: 14:53, May 30, 2025PDF ViewNot anti-US, but for good ties between China and USI usually ignore people who call me pro-American or anti-American. But when a friend recently asked me whether I was pro-American or anti-American, I told him "neither". I love many things about the United States, but I have been a critic of US foreign policy on many issues.
Not anti-US, but for good ties between China and US

4 weeks ago | chinadaily.com.cn | Chen Weihua

I usually ignore people who call me pro-American or anti-American. But when a friend recently asked me whether I was pro-American or anti-American, I told him "neither". I love many things about the United States, but I have been a critic of US foreign policy on many issues. I was regarded by my colleagues as pro-American when working in the China Daily's Shanghai bureau, because I used to attend and cover many events at the US consulate in Shanghai.
Europe vows to defend interests

1 month ago | chinadailyhk.com | Chen Weihua

Trade tensions high as Trump threatens to slap 50% tariffs on imports from EUThe European Union has called for respect while vowing to defend its interests following US President Donald Trump's threat on Friday to impose a 50 percent tariff on EU exports to the US. European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic said the bloc is fully engaged, and committed to securing a deal that works for both the EU and the US.
Diplomacy, wisdom are desperately needed to help end the Ukraine crisis

1 month ago | chinadailyhk.com | Chen Weihua

Published: 14:20, May 23, 2025PDF ViewDiplomacy, wisdom are desperately needed to help end the Ukraine crisisIn the past more than three years, I have written many columns arguing that the only solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict can be found through a ceasefire, followed by peace talks and diplomatic maneuvers — the conflict cannot be resolved on the battlefield. The same has largely been the stance of most countries, from China and Brazil to South Africa and Indonesia.
Diplomacy, wisdom are desperately needed to help end the Ukraine crisis

1 month ago | chinadaily.com.cn | Chen Weihua

In the past more than three years, I have written many columns arguing that the only solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict can be found through a ceasefire, followed by peace talks and diplomatic maneuvers — the conflict cannot be resolved on the battlefield. The same has largely been the stance of most countries, from China and Brazil to South Africa and Indonesia. However, my argument has often been labeled by many in the West as an attempt to appease Russia.