Feb 24, 2021

America’s position as the world’s most powerful country is often credited to its democratic political system. However, when looking at historical trends, the U.S. may just be the latest in a string of empires whose dominance begets political turmoil at the top.

Feb 24, 2021

China was the only major economy to experience positive economic growth in 2020. This reveals China’s place in the world and the financial systems that should be avoided for the global future.

Jan 06, 2021

Relations have sunk to a new low as Australia mirrors the attitude of the United States toward China. A policy released in July makes clear that Australia intends to assist the U.S. in its efforts, meaning that conflicts between China and Australia will be long-term and strategic.

Dec 04, 2020

The U.S. President-elect has articulated his approach to foreign policy — including China — and it deserves close scrutiny. Contrary to some experts, there are significant differences from Trump. The world should pay attention.

Nov 12, 2020

The U.S. has placed the other members of the group in a disadvantageous position, expecting each of them to confront China. Instead, what they will discover is that they are missing out on the benefits China offers.

Oct 13, 2020

As the United States tries to recruit India into its anti-China coalition, India should be cautious. While the chance of a war is remote, the growing strategic confrontation between the world’s two largest economies could put it in a bind.

Sep 14, 2020

China’s steady hand seems to have won the respect of the Trump administration and encouraged it to stay on track with the phase one trade deal. The talks on Aug. 25 were a rare positive note in overall relations between the two nations.

Aug 21, 2020

As a new global power center, it doesn’t need to be part of the master-slave relationship of the United States and its allies. For now, India should be vigilant, act cautiously and wait for new forces to emerge in Washington.

May 10, 2020

The economic a political similarities to the Great Depression are alarming. The only way to avert a more serious crisis, China believes, is for nations to act with benevolence, mutual respect and good faith.

Mar 11, 2020

The outbreak has added new unknowns to the already uncertain phase-one trade agreement. If it leads to global recession and political unrest, the phase-one trade agreement may not mean much.