1989: The End?
Many of us believed that 1989 would be the start of a “new world.” After the Berlin…
A new Latin American channel between Beijing and Washington
100 years after its inauguration, the Panama Canal is suffering from old age and competition. The first…
Vietnam caught between China and the US
In East Asia, the classic diplomatic proverb is often proven true: “our country doesn’t have friends or…
Chinese Illusions of a BIT with the USA
Pork has been an unlikely subject of intense debate in the media lately. What could appear to be a…
China in the USA’s backyard
It is very early to assess the changes introduced by China’s new leadership, but the perception is that the…
From Malaysia's Uncertainty To Asia-Pacific's Uncertainty. Between China And The Usa
Whether it is a ‘tiger’ or a ‘tiger cub’ economy, it does not really matter: Malaysia is a key…
Our Friend, The Bear
China’s forthcoming president, Mr Xi Jinping, has announced his first official visit will be in Moscow, sometime before attending…
China's Ride To The Top Is Not A Done Deal
It was the world’s second Superpower. In just 30 years its national income had grown faster than ever before…