The essential China newsletter. Bill Bishop provides daily analysis, commentary, and curated links covering Chinese politics, foreign affairs, and economics for nearly 400,000 readers.
About Sinocism
Sinocism provides daily analysis and curated links covering the most important English and Chinese news about China. Bill Bishop's expertise and connections make it essential reading for anyone who needs to understand China. As Substack's original writer, Bishop has built Sinocism into the platform's #1 publication by revenue in the News category, trusted by investors, policymakers, and executives worldwide.
What Makes This Newsletter Unique
Bill Bishop combines deep China expertise with entrepreneurial experience to deliver analysis you can't get elsewhere. His ability to curate and contextualize both English and Chinese sources provides a comprehensive view of China. Sinocism's audience of policymakers, investors, and executives reflects its credibility and influence.
Who Should Subscribe?
Sinocism is ideal for: - Investors with China exposure - Policy makers and diplomats - Business executives in Asia - Journalists covering China - Analysts and researchers If you need to understand China for professional reasons, Sinocism is essential.
Content Format
Daily editions include: - Curated links from English and Chinese sources - Original analysis and commentary - Political and economic developments - US-China relations coverage - Weekly podcast (Sinocism Live)
Recent Newsletter Issues
Panama going into the penalty box; Cuban Foreign Minister in Beijing; Ma Xingrui, TCM 5-year plan; "Smartphones on wheels"
The PRC is opening its economic coercion toolbox to punish Panama for the court decision to expropriate the two CK Hutchison port facilities. Bloomberg broke the story: China is asking state firms to
Xi speaks with Putin and then Trump; Us convenes critical minerals meeting; H200 sales in limbo; Document No.1 explained
Xi Jinping had a busy Wednesday, holding a video call with Russian President Putin, a phone call with US President Trump, and a meeting with Le Hoai Trung, Vietnam’s foreign minister and a special env
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Our Take: Pros & Cons
Pros
- #1 news newsletter by revenue on Substack
- 400K+ professional readers
- Daily coverage
- Both English and Chinese sources
- Deep China expertise
- Substack's original writer
Cons
- Premium pricing ($218/year)
- China-specific focus
- High volume may overwhelm casual readers
- Assumes some China knowledge
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sinocism free?
Sinocism offers some free content, but the daily premium newsletter costs $20/month or $218/year.
Who reads Sinocism?
Nearly 400,000 investors, policymakers, executives, analysts, diplomats, journalists, and scholars read Sinocism.
Who is Bill Bishop?
Bill Bishop co-founded CBS MarketWatch and lived in China from 2005-2015. He was Substack's first writer in 2017.
How often is Sinocism published?
Sinocism publishes daily, with free and premium editions.
About the Author: Bill Bishop
Bill Bishop
Bill Bishop is a co-founder of CBS MarketWatch (now part of Dow Jones/News Corp) and lived and worked in China between 2005 and 2015. He started Sinocism as a blog during that period and became Substack's first writer in 2017. Sinocism is now the #1 publication by revenue in Substack's News category.
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