The Critical Raw Materials Gap
European democracies, threatened by Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine and Donald Trump’s designs on Greenland, are embarking on historic changes in their defense posture. But...
Is China’s Economic Policy Too Cautious?
China's leaders must avoid entrenching the imbalances that will limit long-term growth for the sake of short-term stability.
BYD’s Shaky Stand at the Top
The Chinese automaker is investing in global growth after a tough year at home.
Venezuela: Gun Boats Versus Gradual Encroachment
Despite the short-term concessions Venezuela has made to United States, China’s approach makes it a more credible long-term partner.
Why Venezuela’s Future Matters to China
Already rocky, Beijing’s economic ties to the Latin American country are now at greater risk.
Japan Inc’s China Angst
Japanese automakers’ long-dominant position in Southeast Asia is under threat from a new generation of Chinese rivals who made a bolder technology bet. Can they...
The U.S. Must Put Pressure on China to Let the Yuan Strengthen
Europe has borne the brunt of China’s ever-widening trade surplus. The U.S. should join in efforts to respond.
The China Lever
The U.S. and its allies need to adapt better to China’s growing influence over the institutions that govern the global economic order.
The Chokepoint Race
Following the recent trade truce, the U.S. and China are in a rush to find ways to ease the economic hold they have over each...
Gracelin Baskaran on the Rare Earths Showdown
The minerals security expert argues that early U.S. efforts to dent China’s rare earth dominance are paying off — but warns the road ahead is...
Melanie Hart on Countering Chinese Coercion
The Biden State Department official discusses how to fight back when Beijing puts on the economic screws, and whether the Trump tariffs will have their...
Canada Set to Side With China On EVs
The Ottawa government is considering dropping 100 percent tariffs on imports of Chinese EVs, in a potentially major break with the U.S. approach.