Stefan Wolff, University of Birmingham and David Hastings Dunn, University of Birmingham Donald Trump’s choice of Ohio senator J.D. Vance as his running mate in the presidential election has reignited European fears of American abandonment. Vance is known for his opposition to aid for Ukraine and his almost singular focus on China as
With around 700,000 panels, France’s Massangis solar farm generates 56 megawatts (MW) of power. The panels are manufactured by First Solar, a US company. Ibex73/Wikimedia, CC BY Carine Sebi, Grenoble École de Management (GEM) and Patrick Criqui, Université Grenoble Alpes (UGA) The EU’s climate agenda is in trouble. The Green Deal, which aims
ph. Tiktok is not the only social media app to pose the threats it’s been accused of. picture alliance via Getty Images Nir Eisikovits, UMass Boston The U.S. government moved closer to banning the video social media app TikTok after the House of Representatives attached the measure to an emergency spending bill on
Over recent decades, the economic terrain globally has undergone a profound metamorphosis, notably within Asia. This locale, erstwhile marked by pervasive impoverishment and economic torpor, has ascended as a colossus of economic vigour and ingenuity. The astronomical escalation of Asian economies is not solely a narrative of brisk industrialisation but also a saga
ph. Dragons on display in Shanghai. A dragon image is often used to symbolize China itself. Feng Wei Photography/Moment via Getty Images Mario Poceski, University of Florida Among China’s traditional holidays and celebrations, none ranks higher in importance than the Lunar New Year (農曆新年). Also known as the Spring Festival (春節), or simply
In the annals of human civilisation, few nations present a tableau as rich and variegated as China. From the ancient and imposing Great Wall, a symbol of cultural endurance and architectural grandeur, to the glittering skylines of Shanghai and Beijing, the narrative of China is one of profound transformation, marked by both continuity
In the dynamic expanse of Asia, a profound transformation is unfolding, seamlessly weaving the rich tapestry of traditional values with the brisk threads of modernity. This continent, home to ancient civilisations and burgeoning economies, stands at a crossroads of change, where the past and the present are not merely coexisting but also coalescing
In the dense tapestry of Asia’s socio-political life, religion weaves a dominant thread, influencing not merely personal convictions but shaping the very ethos of national identities and legislative frameworks. The continent, a mosaic of beliefs ranging from the polytheistic spectacles of Hinduism to the monotheistic tenets of Islam and Christianity, and the philosophic
In this episode, Kai Gibson discusses the United States’ role in international conflicts and diplomacy. The segment begins with the situation in Ukraine, questioning whether the US can sustain its support without overextending its resources. The focus then shifts to Israel, where the US must adapt its long-standing support to match the changing
Lauren Johnston, South African Institute of International Affairs China’s Belt and Road Initiative, which now includes 44 African countries, got under way 10 years ago. President Xi Jinping launched it in 2013 with a first speech in Kazakhstan and a second one in Indonesia. The initiative is something of a trial-by-doing development policy