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Chas Freeman

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Middle East

The Middle East is once again West Asia

Shifting regional dynamics require the reconsideration and adjustment of longstanding American policies.

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Washington Politics

How the US and China can shape a new East Asian Order, together

But they won’t do it without the rising capabilities of the region’s independent states to counter any great power effort to coerce them.

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Asia-Pacific

Asian countries wise up and don't depend on US to balance China's power

Regional governments have taken note of Washington’s reluctance to challenge Russia in Ukraine directly.

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Asia-Pacific

Why Taiwan’s dependence on the US is not a safe bet

Other countries in the region seek to ensure their independence by working with each other — as well as courting US support.

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Asia-Pacific

Refashioning a new East Asian order

After four centuries, China has emerged as the economic nucleus of its region and a credible contestant for global preeminence.