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Keeping EU-Asia Reengagement on Track

Tue, 13 Jan 2015 09:09:27 +0000

Three years ago, the EU began to intensify its engagement with Asia. Now, the question is whether there is the political will to move this relationship to the next phase.

Malaysia’s Big Chance to Help Shape ASEAN’s New Era

Thu, 08 Jan 2015 17:37:26 +0000

As the 2015 ASEAN chair, Malaysia should demonstrate genuine and forward-looking regional leadership on the ASEAN Economic Community.

China, Latin America, and the End of the Commodity Boom

Wed, 07 Jan 2015 06:48:41 +0000

Dropping commodity prices will benefit China and create challenges for Latin American countries, yet this trend also opens the possibility of a more sustainable economic relationship.

Conventional Prompt Global Strike

Tue, 06 Jan 2015 06:11:34 +0000

China has concerns about how the U.S. conventional prompt global strike program might affect East Asian stability.

China Flexes Diplomatic Muscles to Match Growing Economic Size

Fri, 26 Dec 2014 01:46:55 +0000

To allay neighboring countries’ misgivings about Beijing’s growing assertiveness, China must match its verbal commitment to harmony and win-win collaboration with concrete actions.

Economic and Political Drivers Behind the Drop in International Oil Prices

Fri, 19 Dec 2014 01:21:02 +0000

Surging supply and faltering demand are the leading reason for the drop in oil prices, despite speculation in China about political machinations by Washington.

China-EU Relations and the Role of Cultural Diplomacy

Thu, 18 Dec 2014 05:00:00 +0000

Official state visits are vital to healthy diplomatic relations, but tourism and exchanges between ordinary citizens also strengthen ties.

Chinese Takeaway: Beijing’s Afghan Role

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 17:07:21 +0000

As the American occupation of Afghanistan comes to an end, China is getting ready to play a significant role in a country that has seen many great powers bite the dust.

Investment and Economic Development in Southeast Asia

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 05:00:00 +0000

By proposing the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and pledging support for development in Southeast Asia, China will figure heavily in the region’s ongoing growth.

U.S.-China Military Relations

Tue, 16 Dec 2014 10:12:10 +0000

Obama’s trip to China has opened opportunities to strengthen bilateral ties and to promote military-to-military cooperation through confidence-building measures.

Opportunity for Beijing and Washington in Venezuela’s Oil Crisis

Thu, 11 Dec 2014 08:54:25 +0000

China and the United States could join forces for a more sustainable oil policy in Venezuela.

The World in 2015

Wed, 10 Dec 2014 20:39:39 +0000

Our take on the year ahead.

2015: A World Confused

Wed, 10 Dec 2014 20:12:48 +0000

U.S. foreign policy in a more difficult, intrusive world.

Vladimir Putin’s Annual Address and Its Message

Wed, 10 Dec 2014 09:15:50 +0000

Several Carnegie experts from different offices discuss the significance of Putin’s address to the future of Russia and its role in the international community.

Taking Stock of the Scottish Referendum on Independence

Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:34:52 +0000

Although it did not pass, the Scottish referendum on independence will have repercussions for the United Kingdom, the European Union, and perhaps even further afield.

The Coming End of China’s Prepayment Culture

Fri, 05 Dec 2014 09:41:19 +0000

China’s economy is starting to offer consumers greater access to credit instead of the established practice of forcing them to pay for goods in advance.

U.S.-China-Russia Trilateral Security Relations

Fri, 05 Dec 2014 05:00:00 +0000

Opposing views on issues like ballistic missile defense and tactical nuclear weapons complicate. but should not preclude. trilateral security cooperation between Washington, Beijing, and Moscow.

Obama’s Trip to Asia

Tue, 02 Dec 2014 08:32:53 +0000

President Obama’s trip to China produced important bilateral visa, military, and climate agreements, yet much work remains to implement this ambitious agenda.

The Limits of Cooperation Among BRICS Countries

Mon, 01 Dec 2014 06:53:56 +0000

The BRICS countries are establishing the New Development Bank to expand economic assistance to developing countries beyond that offered by the Bretton Woods institutions.

UN Climate Talks: Is China Still a Poor Country?

Wed, 26 Nov 2014 20:13:07 +0000

China has enjoyed decades of rapid growth, but remains a developing country where urban and rural citizens have vastly different economic opportunities and income levels.

Contributions to Global Effort to Address Climate Change

Wed, 26 Nov 2014 02:49:14 +0000

China faces challenges in achieving the ambitious carbon emissions targets announced during APEC, yet the country’s progress on clean energy technology could also benefit other developing countries.

Iran Nuclear Talks and the Middle East Peace Process

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 08:24:00 +0000

Beijing is committed to advocating for reduced tensions and peaceful solutions to regional challenges in the Middle East, like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the Iran nuclear talks.

Bird’s Eye View of the Iran Nuclear Negotiations

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 05:00:00 +0000

Stakeholders in Iranian nuclear negotiations must manage their strategic considerations to preserve Tehran’s right to produce nuclear energy while also reducing the program’s military potential.

China-Africa Economic Cooperation in a Global Context

Fri, 21 Nov 2014 05:00:00 +0000

As interactions between China and African countries grow, observers see potential for the cooperative relationship to revitalize Africa and promote much-needed economic development.

China-Japan Four Point Consensus Determines Next Important Task: Crisis Management

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 02:04:04 +0000

With the Chinese economy facing transition pressure, both China and Japan will benefit greatly from continued bilateral cooperation in the areas of economics, science and technology, and environment protection.