China's Geopolitical Play for the Global South The recent summit in Beijing gathered over 50 African leaders, where China’s President Xi Jinping emphasized China's role as a defender of developing nations against Western approaches. The event highlighted China's increasing influence…
Tariffs by EU on Chinese EVs sparks Potential Chinese Tariffs on Brandy Chinese authorities have decided not to impose provisional tariffs on EU-imported brandy, easing concerns among European producers amidst ongoing trade tensions. Despite a probe into potential dumping practices,…
Geopolitical Interdependence Between Euro-Atlantic and Indo-Pacific Growing At the NATO summit in Washington on July 10, Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlighted a significant shift in NATO's stance regarding China, labeling it as a "decisive enabler" of Russia's war in Ukraine. The…
Defense in Asia Undermined by Trump Statement on Taiwan Former President Donald Trump's potential return to the White House is raising concerns about the impact on Taiwan policy, with observers speculating on potential changes in Beijing's calculations. President Joe Biden's…
Chinese EVs Pose Threat to EU Auto Industry The European Commission has announced provisional tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) after an investigation found that these vehicles were being unfairly subsidized. The tariffs will vary depending on the company and…
The Plan by the G7 to counter Russian and China The G7 finance ministers supported the idea of issuing a loan to Ukraine secured by frozen Russian assets, aiming to provide financing to Kyiv beyond 2024. They discussed a US…
Domestic Politics had Role in New Tariffs on China Biden plans to raise tariffs this year on various products under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974. The tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) will increase from 25% to 100%,…
The Geopolitical Stakes of the Xi visit to Europe President Xi Jinping's recent trip to Europe reveals a shift in dynamics since his last visit five years ago. European leaders are now focused on "de-risking" by moving investments and supply…
Biden Signals Alliance with Japan and Philippines To Counter Provocation in South China Sea President Joe Biden has recently underscored the importance of forming a strategic alliance with Japan and the Philippines to address the ongoing provocations in the South…
To Counter China, Japan and US Forging Closer Military Ties The Russian-Ukrain War and aggresive Chinese moves against the Phillipines and Asian Pacific are a reminder that the risk of conflict looms large. The expanding alliance between China, Russia and…
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