The Republican Party is utterly unprepared for the hard realities of relative U.S. decline vis-à-vis China.
Chinese “Might Have Beens”: Big Opportunities Missed
The centenary of the Chinese Communist Party makes this a good time to consider some Chinese “might have beens” and their relevance today.
China in My Life — A Personal Journey: The 1950s
How does the emergence of China look through the prism of a Westerner’s life?
Pakistan Quo Vadis?
Why Pakistan’s education “reform” is likely to raise eyebrows in Washington and Beijing.
India’s Growing International Clout
A changing global context, a more transactional world and China’s assertiveness increase India’s pool of potential friends.
Mexico Elections: President Obrador Returns with Limited Powers
The populist leader is still strong but may have to give up his goal of constitutional reform.
Keeping China at Bay: Biden’s Trillion Dollar Infrastructure Blueprint
The best way to counter China’s propaganda would be for the Biden infrastructure programs to show that democracy works by providing concrete benefits to Americans.
The Chinese-Mexican Bromance
An official apology by Mexico’s President for the 1911 Torreon massacre of Chinese immigrants highlights China’s increasing clout in Mexico.
India: The Europe of Asia
Despite a similarity in temperament, Europe and India struggle to enhance their partnership. Why?
What’s in a Name? Or Polly’s Story
A real-life guide to the befuddling world of Chinese naming conventions.