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Backsliding in Beijing
After early signs it might try to exert pressure on Iran, China seems to be easing up. Unfortunately for the West, all roads lead through Beijing.
Why India Snubbed U.S.
The U.S. might hope for a closer military and strategic alliance with India. But don’t expect New Delhi to get excited about the proposal.
Can EU Be Relevant for Asia?
The EU is at a crossroads with its Asia-Pacific policy. Should it focus on economics or human rights?
Could China, Russia Rescue Iran?
Iran’s leadership may be hoping that Beijing and Moscow will step in and help it with the West. But it’s not in their interests to do so.
Will Chen Guangcheng Fade Away?
Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng may find it hard to stay relevant now he’s in the U.S. But China should be proud of its bright and honest son.
Talking South Korea
U.S. relations are often overshadowed by North Korea. But there’s plenty else to Washington’s ties with Seoul.
Manila Takes on the Goliath
The Scarborough Shoal between the Philippines and China is still rumbling on. Can Manila come out on top?
Admit It, China Is a Competitor
Policymakers in Beijing have already admitted that the U.S. is a competitor. Washington admitting this doesn’t have to lead to conflict.
China Eyes U.S. Lessons
Finding funding for theaters is no easy task in most countries. But can China learn something from the U.S.?
Exploiting the Arctic
The Arctic’s Northeast Passage is likely to become increasingly traversable. But who will make the rules?
America Hedges Bets on China
Whether it’s a pivot or a rebalancing, the U.S. clearly has its eyes on a rising China when making policy.
Coping with a G-Zero World
Ian Bremmer speaks with The Diplomat about a “G-Zero World,” China’s rise and why no single nation can fill the global power vacuum.