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James Borton

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Asia-Pacific

How China is 'eating our lunch' with soft power

While Washington sends speeches and militaries to Southeast Asia, Beijing shows up with money, projects, and people

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Asia-Pacific

Vietnam's fortunes actually take a dramatic turn, and not for worst

For the US, maintaining robust relations with Hanoi are paramount for maintaining influence in the South China Sea

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Asia-Pacific

Science diplomacy could net peace dividends in South China Sea

International oceanic collaboration is not unprecedented and might be the ticket for tamping down hostilities between US and China.