Asia-Pacific
The tedious China scare in Latin America
Critics are worried about Beijing's investments in the region but a closer look shows they barely exist, much less pose a threat.
February 07, 2023
belt and road
Europe
War in Ukraine is hamstringing China's 'Belt and Road Initiative'
Russia's invasion is costing Beijing trade revenue and turning BRI investments into a total loss.
March 22, 2022
Asia-Pacific
China has been a failure at hegemony, so let's just chill
From the foundering Belt & Road Initiative to its so-called 'wolf warrior' strategy, Beijing is just not the threat we make it out to be.
January 11, 2022
Middle East
China’s BRI crown jewel in Pakistan has turned into a powder keg
Its port project is a flashpoint for protests and extremism, putting at risk a multi-billion dollar investment.
December 19, 2021
Asia-Pacific
Taliban’s triumph threatens Beijing’s Eurasia plans
If China has learned anything from its recent experiences in Pakistan, it will proceed cautiously with a small footprint in Afghanistan.
August 28, 2021
Asia-Pacific
Greater Middle East may force China to project military power sooner rather than later
Recent months have not been necessarily kind to Chinese aspirations of remaining aloof to conflict beyond its borders.
July 25, 2021
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