China, meanwhile, doesn’t need to do very much. The more the United States damages its own global reputation through conflict and coercion, the more attractive China becomes as a source of investment, infrastructure and development.
Jul 3, 2026
The United States must embrace such a positive new phase for the region. It needs to withdraw its unnecessary and counterproductive military presence from the Gulf region.
Jul 2, 2026
Chinese trade and investment is transforming the Global South’s place in the world economy.
Jul 1, 2026
It is Iran’s deterrence capability, not its negotiating skill, that will prevent future U.S. aggression.
Jul 1, 2026
China’s development creates opportunities for all countries, including companies in countries that project their defects onto others.
Jun 30, 2026
Can a grouping that struggles to maintain consensus among its own members still claim to provide effective leadership on increasingly complex global issues?
Jun 29, 2026
In a period marked by uncertainty, innovation remains a source of hope – and hope grows stronger when shared.
Jun 29, 2026
With Western-dominated institutions stumbling and the so-called “rules-based order” losing credibility, Beijing has released its most ambitious governance blueprint yet.
Jun 25, 2026
The Middle East needs, however utopian it may seem, a durable framework built on sovereignty, mutual respect and inclusive regional dialogue.
Jun 24, 2026
In an era of uncertainty and fragmentation, initiatives that encourage cooperation and mutual respect carry particular significance.
Jun 23, 2026
Will rich countries join with China to construct a global community with a shared future based on openness and inclusiveness, equity and justice, harmonious coexistence, diversity and mutual learning, and unity and cooperation?
Jun 22, 2026
The NSR combines economic with strategic advantages for participating countries, and it benefits the international community.
Jun 18, 2026