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What's Next for the Belt and Road in Central Asia?

By Catherine Putz

May 17, 2017

Three regional presidents attended the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing last weekend.

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May 01, 2017

China's Mediterranean Interests and Challenges

The region is one of expanding interests and growing challenges for Beijing.

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China's Mediterranean Interests and Challenges

April 24, 2017

Linking Afghanistan to China's Belt and Road

Linking Kabul to both the China-Pakistan Energy Corridor and OBOR could go a long way in bringing the region together.

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Linking Afghanistan to China's Belt and Road

March 06, 2017

How US Unilateralism Could Shape China’s Middle East Geostrategy

The newly transactional foreign policy of the United States could influence Beijing’s calculations.

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How US Unilateralism Could Shape China’s Middle East Geostrategy

January 26, 2017

What Does President Trump Mean for China's Middle East Interests?

Trump's "America First" slogan could force China to play a more active role in Middle Eastern issues.

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What Does President Trump Mean for China's Middle East Interests?

November 18, 2016

China and Sri Lanka: Between a Dream and a Nightmare

Colombo is realizing the unintended strategic consequences of closer ties with Beijing.

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China and Sri Lanka: Between a Dream and a Nightmare

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Pakistan’s JF-17 Block III Fighter Jet to Make Maiden Flight by the End of 2019

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July 16, 2019

Sebastien Peyrouse on the EU's New Central Asia Strategy

What are Europe’s main interests in Central Asia and how does the EU plan to pursue them?

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