The Beijing Xiangshan Forum evolved into a key security platform, reflecting China’s military modernization. With over 1,800 participants, it complements the Shangri-La Dialogue, reinforcing Beijing’s influence...
China has implemented new beef trade restrictions impacting Australia, limiting exports and imposing a 55% tariff over quotas. The Australian beef industry expressed disappointment, fearing severe...
Dan Wang’s “Breakneck” contrasts the US and China, arguing that while the US is hindered by legal obstacles, China’s engineering-driven approach enables swift progress, influencing their...
India’s $77 billion Brahmaputra hydropower initiative and China’s Yarlung Tsangpo mega-dam intensify a geopolitical rivalry, risking ecological harm, regional instability, and conflict over water control and...
China condemned the U.S. capture of Maduro as a violation of sovereignty, while privately assessing its implications for Latin American policy and its global image, balancing...
A new documentary highlights Professor Chwei-Liang Chiou’s efforts to improve Taiwan-Australia relations. Findings show limited Australian understanding of Taiwan and its significance amidst potential threats to...
On October 26, 2025, Thailand and Cambodia signed a Joint Peace Statement to resolve a border conflict, with U.S. presence. China claimed significant mediation involvement, revealing...
During Macron’s China visit, Xi’s informal “no-tie diplomacy” in Chengdu emphasized cultural connections, marking a shift from aggressive tactics to personal engagement, highlighting France’s importance beyond...
Donald Trump declared Venezuelan airspace “closed,” raising tensions and prompting China’s rejection of US interference. China’s strong ties with Latin America, particularly Brazil, highlight its growing...