China
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China Is Running Multiple AI Races
Brookings Institution China Is Running Multiple AI Races Published on March 9, 2026, this commentary by Kyle Chan — Fellow at the John L. Thornton China Center at Brookings —…
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Taiwan’s opposition leader calls for reconciliation
The Transition from “Cordon Sanitaire” to Direct Engagement By April 2026, the cross-strait relationship has transitioned from a period of absolute diplomatic silence—a “cordon sanitaire”—to a controversial and “rare” direct…
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A tale of two countries
Brookings. The real estate crises in 1990s Japan and contemporary China This article, presented at the Brookings Papers on Economic Activity (Spring 2026), analyzes China’s ongoing real estate adjustment and…
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Does Chinese Investment in US Clean Energy Sectors Help or Hurt America?
Brookings. Does Chinese Investment in US Clean Energy Sectors Help or Hurt America? Published on March 12, 2026, this commentary by Mary E. Gallagher and Joyce Yang opens a Brookings…
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How China can survive without the Strait of Hormuz
The Vulnerability of the World’s Largest Importer As of April 2026, China finds itself in a high-stakes balancing act as its primary source of “discounted” energy—Iran—is targeted by U.S.-Israeli kinetic…
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The Beijing Dialogue: De-escalating the Pakistan-Afghanistan Border War
The Transition from Border Skirmishes to Trilateral Diplomacy On April 2, 2026, high-level delegations from Pakistan and Afghanistan met in Beijing for a Chinese-brokered summit intended to end three months…
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Cross-Strait Crossroads: Pathways for America’s Taiwan Policy
En: Think TanksBrookings. Cross-Strait Crossroads: Pathways for America’s Taiwan Policy This report analyzes the strategic crossroads facing United States policy toward Taiwan in the context of increasing tensions between China and Taiwan.…
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Mexico Still Has a China Problem
Geoeconomic Context Fist, intensifying U.S. – China rivalry is reshaping trade, technology, and security rules across Latin America. Meanwhile, Mexico holds a pivotal role as a top U.S. trade partner…
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Trump, Xi, and the Case for Strategic Calm
Introduction First, U.S. – China relations have shifted from confrontation toward a more restrained phase, where both sides test limits while avoiding escalation. From Escalation to Recalibration Initially, tariff wars…
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When medicine supply chains become weapons: China’s leverage and how the U.S. should respond
En: Think TanksIntroduction First, concerns about China leveraging medicine supply chains reflect broader geopolitical risks, especially after disruption during COVID-19 exposed vulnerabilities in global production networks. Understanding Supply Chain Structure To begin…
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Trump’s Cyber Strategy Falls Short on China, Iran, and the Threats That Matter Most
Strategic Framing Initially, the cyber strategy presents an aggressive posture, emphasizing offensive operations to deter adversaries and signal strength in cyberspace. Lack of Strategic Depth However, the document remains brief…
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Does Chinese investment in US clean energy sectors help or hurt America?
Global Context First, Chinese investment in clean energy must be understood within the broader competition between the United States and China to dominate future energy technologies. China has invested heavily…
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Indo – Pacific perspectives on the prospect of a US – China G2
Regional debate over a possible G2 Perspectives across the Indo-Pacific evaluate whether a closer relationship between the United States and China could resemble a “G2,” meaning a system dominated by…
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China is running multiple AI races
Competing Visions of the AI Race First, debate about artificial intelligence often centers on the race toward artificial general intelligence. However, China is pursuing a broader strategy with several simultaneous…
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Indo-Pacific perspectives on the prospect of a US-China G2
The Indo-Pacific region is currently facing a period of deep uncertainty. A recent analysis from the Brookings Institution, featuring experts from Asia and Oceania, explores the possibility of a “G2”…
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The Middle-Power Moment?
En: Think TanksShifting Global Power Initially, growing distrust toward the United States and rising concern about China’s influence are reshaping politics and creating uncertainty across the global order. The Emergence of Middle…
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The Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision Could Affect Trump’s China Negotiations
En: Think TanksIn the article “The Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision Could Affect Trump’s China Negotiations,” published by the Council on Foreign Relations, Zongyuan Zoe Liu analyzes how a recent U.S. Supreme Court…
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Navigating uncertainty in US-ROK economic ties
En: Think TanksThe economic relationship between the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) is entering a volatile phase. A recent analysis by the Brookings Institution explores how a U.S. Supreme…
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Leapfrogging China’s Critical Minerals Dominance
En: Think TanksHow Innovation Can Secure U.S. Supply Chains — Council on Foreign Relations (February 2026) Critical Minerals at the Center of Geopolitics Critical minerals (such as rare-earth elements, lithium, and cobalt)…
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Equity Financing and Exports: Evidence from IPO Approvals in China
En: Think TanksAccess to financing is a primary engine for business growth. However, many wonder: how does equity specifically influence foreign sales? A recent study by the National Bureau of Economic Research…
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What to look out for at this year’s meeting of China’s legislature
Introduction and Context China’s legislature, the National People’s Congress (NPC), will meet in early March for its annual session that shapes national priorities and policy direction. Strategic Setting This session…
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China is playing the long game over Iran
En: Think TanksBeijing’s Long Game in the US–Iran Standoff The article China is playing the long game over Iran analyzes what appears to be diplomatic restraint but is, in fact, a calculated…
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Is the US dollar’s reserve currency status eroding?
En: Think TanksContext of Recent Dollar Weakness Since early in President Trump’s second term, the U.S. dollar has dropped sharply on a trade-weighted basis, with steep moves in April 2025 and January…
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Assessing Xi’s Unprecedented Purges of China’s Military: Key Developments and Potential Implications
En: Think TanksIntroduction and Scope China’s military has seen an extraordinary purge of senior officers since 2022, including top generals and commanders. This purge leaves only one senior general on the Central…
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Monetary Policy: Navigating Deflationary Risks in the People’s Republic of China
The PBOC’s Balancing Act In 2026, the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) faces the difficult task of stimulating growth without triggering financial instability or long-term debt bubbles. With inflation hovering…
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Demographic Headwinds: Labor Decline in the People’s Republic of China
Managing the Long-term Workforce Shrinkage The IMF’s 2026 assessment underscores that the People’s Republic of China’s working-age population is shrinking at an accelerating rate due to decades of low birth…
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State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) Reform in the People’s Republic of China
Overview: The Dual Role of the State in the Economy The 2026 report revisits the long-standing debate over the efficiency and role of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) within the People’s Republic…
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China Article IV Consultation 2025
IMF Assessment of Macroeconomic Stability and Reform Priorities The China Article IV Consultation released by the International Monetary Fund provides a comprehensive assessment of the country’s macroeconomic outlook at a…
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Fiscal Reform: Strengthening the People’s Republic of China’s Revenue and Social Safety Nets
The Need for Modernized Public Finance The 2026 IMF report emphasizes that the People’s Republic of China’s fiscal system requires a fundamental overhaul to support its transition to a consumption-led…
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How China’s Economy Can Pivot to Consumption-led Growth
China’s Growth Context China’s economy showed 5% growth in 2025, reflecting resilience after multiple shocks and strong export performance. However, domestic demand has remained weak, partly due to a prolonged…