Asia is home to diverse cultures, economies, and political systems, making it a complex and dynamic region in terms of geopolitics. Understanding the intricacies of regional tensions and alliances is crucial for countries seeking to navigate the political landscape and maintain stability in the area. Historical Background and Context Asia has a rich
China and Russia signed an agreement to increase their power and influence in the Arctic by developing infrastructure and exploring the region’s natural resources. Other Arctic nations may see this move as a threat to their own interests. It’s crucial to protect the fragile Arctic ecosystem. Reading: William More News of the Week
Maijishan is a unique and beautiful place located in Gansu province, in northwest China. It is a stunning natural landscape with rich cultural heritage and history, and there are many exciting things to see and do. Here are some reasons why you should visit Maijishan: Majestic natural scenery: Maijishan is known for its
The leaked Pentagon report has revealed that China has the potential to hijack Western military satellites through various methods, including jamming, laser blinding, and physical damage. This poses a significant threat to global security, and there are calls for increased investment in space security to counter China’s aggressive military expansionism. Reading: William More
Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we discuss China’s latest innovation in the battery industry: sodium batteries. This new technology has the potential to replace traditional lithium-ion batteries, which are currently used worldwide, due to their cheaper cost and lower environmental impact. Reading: William More News of the Week
Dali is a beautiful city located in Yunnan province, in southwestern China. It is a place with a rich cultural heritage, stunning natural scenery, and a lively local community. Here are some reasons why you should visit Dali: Rich cultural heritage: Dali has a long and fascinating history, with a mix of Bai,
Jonathan D T Ward, University of Oxford The heirs to two of the most violent revolutions in modern history shook hands and took stock of their “comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era”, at a recent meeting in Moscow. Many in the west have puzzled over this relationship between Chinese Communist
The US Congress recently held a hearing to discuss concerns about the popular video-sharing app, TikTok, which is owned by Chinese company ByteDance. The app has been the subject of several controversies, including allegations of censorship and data privacy concerns. The focus of the hearing was to explore whether TikTok poses a national
Australian PM Anthony Albanese and US President Joe Biden seal the AUKUS deal in San Diego, March 13. Getty Images Nicholas Khoo, University of Otago Former Australian prime minister Paul Keating’s recent strident criticism of the A$368 billion nuclear-powered submarine deal announced under the AUKUS security pact will have little effect on Australian
kirill_makarov via Shutterstock Paul Rogers, University of Bradford Following political developments in the past fortnight, two state-level policy changes in the Middle East are likely to combine to have a substantial impact on regional stability. On March 10, in a deal brokered by China and signed in Beijing, Saudi Arabia and Iran agreed