The persistence of the China threat narrative In Western policy and security circles, the idea of a “China threat” has become a familiar refrain. At the heart of this narrative lies a powerful assumption that as China grows stronger, it will inevitably become
Middle powers are emerging as some of the most influential players in today’s geopolitical environment. These are countries that are not superpowers yet hold strong regional influence, economic weight or diplomatic credibility. As global politics becomes more fragmented and unpredictable, middle powers are
The global landscape is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades as traditional power blocs lose stability and new coalitions begin to emerge. Countries that once operated within predictable alliances are now reconsidering their positions, driven by economic pressures, security concerns
Reading Time: 4 minutes The ongoing U.S. federal government shutdown has reached far beyond the halls of Washington, dealing an unexpected blow to bilateral trade engagement with China just as diplomatic relations appeared to be stabilizing. The disruption has prevented U.S. agricultural officials
