China's rapid rise is doubtless the most significant economic and geopolitical event in the 21st century. What has led to its rise? What does it mean for the rest of the world? When will China overtake the US? Will the conflict between the two superpowers derail its further rise? Can China's...

"It's clear that China is the world's next economic superpower. But what isn't so clear is how China will get there by the middle of this century. It now faces tremendous challenges such as fostering innovation, dealing with an ageing population, and coping with a less accommodative global...

Just how rapid is China's rise? A global comparison -- Explaining China's rise: some popular views -- Do institutions rule? -- Savings and China's investment-led growth -- The role of education: quantity and quality -- Technological progress and innovation -- Confucian culture as the key...