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How China’s Belt and Road Initiative Went Astray

How China’s Belt and Road Initiative Went Astray

By Chan Kung and Yu (Tony) Pan
In taking on geopolitical overtones, the BRI has become alienated from its original economic purpose.

The New Silk Road Is Old: Why You Should Ignore Belt and Road Initiative Maps

The New Silk Road Is Old: Why You Should Ignore Belt and Road Initiative Maps

By Krzysztof Iwanek
Looking for good publications on the Belt and Road Initiative? Ignore the ones with maps. (Well, maybe not all.)
China's Window of Opportunity in the South China Sea

China's Window of Opportunity in the South China Sea

By Xue Li and Cheng Zhangxi
Domestic and international stars have aligned to give China a chance to put forward a solution.

The Real Trouble With China’s Belt and Road

The Real Trouble With China’s Belt and Road

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though Beijing has made inroads in addressing some concerns, the true structural challenges for the initiative remain. 

China's Road to Closer Ties With Russia

China's Road to Closer Ties With Russia

By Johannes Feige
Beijing's One Belt, One Road (OBOR) initiative appears to be an important part of its burgeoning ties with Moscow.

The South China Sea Won't Stop China-ASEAN Economic Ties

The South China Sea Won't Stop China-ASEAN Economic Ties

By Wang Wen, Chen Xiaochen, and Chang Yudi
The South China Sea issue will not stop China-ASEAN trade -- or cooperation on the "Belt and Road."

Can China Jump-Start Its Maritime Silk Road in 2016?

Can China Jump-Start Its Maritime Silk Road in 2016?

By Shannon Tiezzi
A Chinese official mentions plans for the MSR in 2016 -- but nothing truly new.
China Has 'Reached Consensus' With Djibouti on Military Base

China Has 'Reached Consensus' With Djibouti on Military Base

By Shannon Tiezzi
In addition to moving forward on a new military facility, China seals a series of trade deals with Djibouti.

Deterring Chinese Coercion in the South China Sea

Deterring Chinese Coercion in the South China Sea

By Thuc D. Pham
What steps should the U.S. take next?

Is China's 'Belt and Road' a Strategy?

Is China's 'Belt and Road' a Strategy?

By Xie Tao
When is a strategy not a strategy?

Is China's Maritime Silk Road A Military Strategy?

Is China's Maritime Silk Road A Military Strategy?

By Anthony Kleven
The initiative may have a strong military dimension too.
Is This China’s Eurasian Century?

Is This China’s Eurasian Century?

By Xie Tao
China's response to the U.S. pivot to Asia -- a "march west" -- faces serious hurdles.

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