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Our new Analitical Digest April 2024 This analytical digest offers a comprehensive exploration of the key geopolitical themes shaping contemporary international relations. Covering a wide range of topics, including the situation of Ukraine amidst West-East tensions, the applicability of Western democratic standards in Asia, China's strategic approach to South Asia and the Oceania archipelagos, and the expanding influence of Russia and China in Africa, each article provides a nuanced understanding of the complexities of contemporary geopolitics. From regional power struggles to the implications for global stability, this volume offers insightful perspectives on the critical issues shaping our modern world. To view the entire digest, please follow the link https://lnkd.in/e85UcHiN

Delighted to announce the publication of my book, Geopolitics and China’s Patronage Strategy (Routledge, https://lnkd.in/eb43CWKP)! China’s pursuit of geopolitical influence through patronage transfers such as the #BRI has generated significant academic and policy interest. My book explains China’s patronage strategy using two themes—the limited resources of a great-power patron and the agency of client countries in patron-client relations. In an effective patron-client relationship, the patron must agree to give, but the client also must agree to accept. The book highlights how neighboring countries’ domestic politics play a role in accepting a patron’s patronage, impacting their willingness to exchange geopolitical allegiances for patronage benefits and the costs involved in patronage transfers. Since China does not have complete control over the domestic politics of peripheral countries, the costs and uncertainty of patronage transfers influence Beijing’s decisions. The book debunks the myths construed by China’s rhetoric of benevolence or the West’s accusations of reckless acquisition. Instead, the agency of neighboring regimes and the resource constraints amid geopolitical competition incentivize Beijing to be a wary patron in its periphery!

Dr. Clemen Chiang (PhD, MBA) #189 Taiwan President on Cross-Strait Ties: People's Will is Key! 🇹🇼🇨🇳 🔗 To get started, click this link: https://spi.ke/mc3 👈👈👈 🌏🇹🇼 Taiwan's President emphasized that ties with China must be decided by the will of the people, underlining the importance of democratic principles. 🗣️🤝 Such declarations often draw attention and discussions on international relations. For stock investors, statements involving geopolitical tensions might create short-term uncertainties in certain sectors or markets sensitive to political developments. However, long-term impacts might depend on diplomatic resolutions and market adaptations to evolving situations. Let's keep an eye on how this statement shapes discussions and any potential implications it might have on regional dynamics and investor sentiments. 🌐💬 #TaiwanChinaRelations #Geopolitics #InvestorSentiment #spiking #drclemenchiang #stocksinvesting

I had the pleasure of joining The Jay Martin Show in an expansive discussion on intertwined themes, covering: ▶️ the historic question of Taiwan island and the unfinished Chinese civil war ▶️ the millenarian ethos of American missionary politics at a global scale via an expansive “spiritual war” ▶️ the end of unipolarity and the reactions of displacement anxiety and grief ▶️ the emerging decentred or multimodal world and the need to rethink the fundamental nature of inter-national relations ▶️ the structural and dynamic features of western finance capital and how it is driving domestic imbalances that flow into global conflict #globalsystem #multipolarity #taiwan #china #usa

In this report, more than 20 experts in China and grand strategy weigh in on whether the United States needs an “end goal” for its China strategy, expanding and deepening discussion of how America should navigate an increasingly complex geopolitical environment. https://lnkd.in/dxEYMS6h

I’m excited to share that I have completed my short course on “China and the USA: cooperation or conflict?” This free course examines the dynamics between China and the United States, focusing on whether China's rapid rise will foster cooperation or lead to conflict. The implications of this question are significant for both nations and the broader international landscape. It covers contemporary issues in China-U.S. relations and offers historical context on their evolving interactions. Key concepts from International Relations regarding interdependence are introduced to evaluate the future direction of their relationship. #Majorpowers #shortcourse

🌍✨ Excited to share that my latest paper has been published in the highly indexed, Q2 ranked Asian Journal of Political Science! "Navigating New Waters: China's Strategic Responses to the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity" delves into China's strategic, economic, and diplomatic maneuvers in response to the evolving regional dynamics. Explore the future of the Indo-Pacific region with insights from this comprehensive analysis. 📊🛠️ #China #IndoPacific #EconomicDiplomacy #StrategicStudies 🔗 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gJx_Z79J

We are told China is one of our most serious threat actors - why is this? Have you ever conducted your own independent research or do you just ‘run with the crowd’ because it’s what others expect of you. I listen to this discussion twice and discovered a counter narrative of how China conducts their international policy. Interesting. Insightful. Educational. Please list one thought below after you’ve had a listen. https://lnkd.in/eAr8EzeV

China's pursuit of global dominance persists, driving assertive foreign policies. This article explores the ongoing strategies and actions undertaken by China in its quest for increased influence on the global stage. The analysis delves into the implications of China's belligerent foreign policies, examining the responses from the international community. Stay informed on the evolving dynamics as China's role on the world stage continues to shape geopolitical narratives. Learn more https://lnkd.in/gQeNv6av #China #ChinaGlobalDominance #ForeignPolicy

Contesting the West: China’s Middle East strategy “China has successfully positioned itself as an alternative partner on economic development and conflict resolution. Through extensive economic and energy ties, and a steady improvement in political relations, China has proved adept at contesting the United States’ influence in a region Washington has dominated since the end of the Cold War,” HASAN ALHASAN writes. “Nonetheless, China’s coalition-building strategy among countries of the Global South faces multiple obstacles in the region, including the enduring appeal in Arab capitals of obtaining defence and security commitments from the US; cultural barriers; and the risk of countries losing interest in forging deeper economic ties with China if its economic slowdown endures. But against the backdrop of a catastrophic war in Gaza and with intensifying global trade wars on the horizon, there is a pronounced regional interest in upgrading ties with China and joining international groupings it leads, notably BRICS+. This suggests that Beijing’s projected emphasis on state sovereignty and vision for a more equitable, multipolar world order is likely to continue resonating in the Arab world.”