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Profound changes in China are straining its economic ties with the US
China is undergoing rough economic and political transitions, setting the scene for Chinese President Xi Jinping's first state visit to the nation's capital. Professor David Bachman is quoted. -
China's Xi Jinping brings ping pong diplomacy to Tacoma high school
China's leader exchanged sporting gifts with high school students in Washington State. Professor David Bachman is quoted. -
Seeking Information, Fighting for Justice
An October 5 conference addresses how access to information can be a tool in securing truth, justice, and reparations in human rights cases.
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Tough talks ahead for Pres. Xi in DC
Some sensitive subjects were mentioned to Chinese President Xi by members of the Washington Delegation during his visit. David Bachman, professor of international studies at the UW, is referenced. -
Why did China's president visit Seattle first?
David Bachman, professor of international studies at the University of Washington, discusses why Seattle was Chinese President Xi Jinping's first stop on this trip to the U.S. -
Trumpism: The symptom of something much bigger
The Western world is slipping back into demoralization and loss of faith in its own values, write Daniel Chirot and Scott L. Montgomery, UW professors of international studies. -
Chinese visit watched closely by tech industry
There are roughly 15,000 Bellevue residents of Chinese descent who are hoping that with President Xi Jinping's visit, the influx of Chinese business will continue. -
FAQ: Why China’s president is visiting Seattle, and what’s at stake for the US tech industry
U.S. tech leaders will be striking a delicate balance during Xi Jinping's visit. David Bachman, UW professor of international studies, is quoted. -
Chinese President to visit Seattle
KING 5 talks with Dr. David Bachman with the China Studies program at the University of Washington. -
President Xi's visit highlights Washington state, China ties
When Chinese President Xi arrives he'll be visiting the state that exports more to his country than any other. David Bachman, UW professor of international studies, is quoted. -
‘Access to Information as a Human Right’ public conference Oct. 5
The University of Washington Center for Human Rights will hold a daylong conference Oct. 5 at the UW School of Law, underscoring a crucial international theme. -
Editorial: Breaking the ice on Arctic policy: Enough heel-dragging
"It’s time for the Obama administration to follow through on a comprehensive Arctic policy," writes the Editorial Board of The Seattle Times. The UW's Arctic Studies Program is referenced. -
Seattle is epicenter for this green card program’s problems
Professor David Bachman talks with KUOW about Chinese investments in the Seattle region through the controversial EB-5 program set to expire the end of this month. -
Greek tragedy: debt, high unemployment and anger
Writing from Greece, Taso G. Lagos, program director for Hellenic studies, reflects on Greek tradition and modern realities in this Seattle Times op-ed. -
Humanitarian Jihad and the Problem with Essentializing Islam
When UW anthropologist Cabeiri Robinson returned to Kashmiri Pakistan one month after the horrific 2005 earthquake, it was more than a professional visit.