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Asia-Pacific

War has significantly altered major Trump meeting with Xi

Rather than a clash, these titans are likely tempered by the Middle East war. The question, who now has the better advantage?

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Asia-Pacific

US-China symposium: Spheres of influence for me, not for thee?

The administration is asserting its security imperative in the Western Hemisphere but what happens when American interests collide with China's 'near abroad'? We asked 14 experts.

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Latin America

Panama court could trip Trump's wire over China linked ports

A decision at the center of geopolitical tensions and the president's pledge to 'take back' canal shipping facilities from Beijing is expected any day

New weapons to Taiwan: 'Overdue correction' or poorly timed move?
Asia-Pacific

New weapons to Taiwan: 'Overdue correction' or poorly timed move?

There is a right way and a dumb way to show US support for the island. China's moves since the announcement indicates which is which.

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Asia-Pacific

First female Japan PM takes hawkish position on China, Taiwan

LDP leader Sanae Takaichi could use a primer on deterrence and the best way to help defend Taiwan without provoking a war

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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