Is an Arctic ‘Cold War’ coming?
Melting ice and geopolitics are making for a dangerous mix at the “top of the world.” Read More Here
A Good Year for China’s Economy
Following the government’s abandonment of its zero-COVID policy in December – and especially since the middle of last month – the economy has sprung back to life. Bolstered by fiscal and monetary expansion – for which the country has ample room – China can achieve 6% GDP growth this year. Read More Here
The Enduring Russian Impediment To U.S.-Indian Relations
The United States cannot replace India’s entire inventory of Russian-origin equipment. However, it can provide India with capabilities distinct from those that Moscow provides, based on New Delhi’s emerging and future needs. The United States should therefore become a necessary partner for India while avoiding concerns about interoperability or security. Read More Here
The Maldives: Geopolitics of Chinese tourism
As 2023 kicks off with China reopening its borders, the Maldives is holding its breath in anticipation of a returning influx of Chinese tourists. But 2023 is also a presidential election year and like any other country, the Maldives is not immune to geopolitics. Read More Here
What the China thaw means for Australia’s trade diversification agenda
While it’s easy to say never again allow one market to dominate, the promise of premium prices will be hard to ignore. Read More Here
China’s Surveillance Balloon Is Not a Test of Will
The response to the vessel in U.S. airspace shows how the next Cold War could be as overreactive as the first. Read More Here
Dollar Relief in 2023
In 2022, a confluence of shocks reduced economic growth and simultaneously boosted inflation, causing investors to flee to dollar-denominated assets. Now, as fears about inflation and monetary policy begin to abate, the dollar should start to depreciate, adding a bright spot to the global growth outlook. Read More Here
Is He Lifeng China’s next economic tsar?
Signs are increasingly suggesting that the current chairman of China’s top economic planner will be named vice-premier next month. Read More Here
Charting Globalization’s Turn to Slowbalization After Global Financial Crisis
Trade openness increased after the Second World War, but has slowed following the global financial crisis. Read More Here
Will India Ditch Russia?
Despite India’s abiding ties to Russia, its strategic partnership with the United States retains a compelling logic. India knows the United States stands out as the most important partner for its own economic and technological developments. Read More Here
