How Japan’s Growing Rift with China Is Putting Its Economy at Risk

A Diplomatic Shift That Escalated QuicklyWhen Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in late October the meeting signaled hope for stable relations between Asia’s two largest economies. But within weeks that optimism collapsed. After

Why China Is Advancing in Myanmar While Western Influence Fades

China has steadily expanded its influence in Myanmar over the past year, using its economic strength and close geographic proximity to shape outcomes on the ground. By carefully supporting multiple sides in the conflict, Beijing has positioned itself as a key power broker