In the Shadow of Tariffs, Xi Makes His Rounds—But ASEAN Still Pins Its Hopes on the US
As Xi Jinping deepens ties in Southeast Asia, ASEAN nations quietly navigate trade diplomacy—still hoping toward the U.S. amid rising China-U.S. tariff tensions.
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In Trump’s Expanding Trade War, China Is in No Hurry to Flinch
As Trump's tariffs escalate, China resists pressure, seeks new trade alliances, and signals it won't back down in the deepening US-China trade conflict.
Bangladesh beckons China, offering a strategic foothold
Bangladesh is drawing China’s interest with its strategic location, opening doors for deeper trade, investment, and geopolitical influence in South Asia. What are the implications?
Can East Asia Set Aside Old Rivalries to Forge a New Economic Order?
As China, Japan, and South Korea strengthen trade ties, can East Asia overcome historical rivalries to form a dominant economic bloc? Explore the potential impact on regional and global relations.
Is China Taking Over Uzbekistan?
China's influence in Uzbekistan is growing through investments, infrastructure, and diplomacy. But is Beijing gaining too much control? Many Uzbeks on social media are concerned.
Are New Rail Routes Enhancing Kazakhstan’s Strategic Role?
Discover how new rail routes in Central Asia are strengthening Kazakhstan’s strategic importance, enhancing trade, and redefining regional influence.
As Chipmaking Shifts, Is Taiwan Losing Its Leverage?
As semiconductor manufacturing moves to the U.S., is Taiwan losing its strategic leverage?
Beijing’s Bid to Be the Grown-Up in the Room
As global tensions rise, China positions itself as a stabilizing force in world affairs. Explore China’s Global Strategy amid the turbulence of the Trump era.
As the U.S. Withdraws, Can China Take the Helm?
As the U.S. pulls back from its global role, can China step up as the new world leader?
Turkmenistan Eyes a Future in the Middle Corridor
Turkmenistan is pushing to integrate into the Middle Corridor trade routes, seeking to expand its economic influence and boost regional connectivity. Will it succeed in reshaping its role in Eurasian trade?
