IMF Warns on China’s Financial System (Again)
The International Monetary Fund is still worried about debt levels in China’s financial system.
What to Expect from the Trump-Xi Summit
Which will prevail during President Trump’s visit to the Middle Kingdom – style or substance?
Introducing China’s New Politburo Standing Committee
With this latest standing committee, President Xi Jinping has cemented his authority over the Party for the next five years.
President Xi Looks to Consolidate Power at 19th Party Congress
With no heir apparent in sight, President Xi is expected to seed Party and state organs with his closest allies. Does this mean a third term is in the cards?
Global Forecast (09-14-2017)
The Astana Talks go in search of a long-term ceasefire for the Syrian civil war, Kenya prepares for a rerun of its presidential elections, and the Chinese economy loses some steam.
Great Britain Returns to a Multipolar Eurasia
Newly freed from Brussels’ bureaucracy, Great Britain is attempting to reestablish itself as a player in Eurasian affairs.
Backgrounder: One Belt, One Road
What are the prospects for China’s massive One Belt, One Road initiative?
Citrus Summit Signals Business as Usual in US-China Relations
Like his predecessors, President Trump campaigned on a platform of getting tough on China. And like his predecessors, he has reversed course upon assuming office.
Outlook 2017: China’s Economy Put to the Test
With growing debt, a looming trade war, and deepening capital flight, 2017 could be the year that makes or breaks China’s economy.
Myanmar: Ground Zero for China-India Energy Competition
Although democratization has brought added scrutiny to joint ventures in Myanmar, the NLD government is very much in need of the infrastructure investment that China and India can offer.