Dan Steinbock
Founder, Difference Group
Aug 15, 2014
After half a century of isolation, Myanmar’s seeks to sustain its reform momentum. It is a challenging balancing act amidst Chinese rebalancing and America’s pivot to Southeast Asia.
Jul 10, 2014
Despite the recent U.S. indictment of PLA officials on grounds of cyber-hacking, Dan Steinbock argues that the only way forward is for both the U.S. and China to acknowledge the facts of the matter and sincerely work to enhance bilateral relations.
Jun 24, 2014
In just a few weeks, Iraq has moved closer to a triangular disintegration. At the same time, the jihadists have advanced dramatically. Adverse scenarios cast a dark shadow over energy prices and growth prospects worldwide.
Jun 17, 2014
Recently, the Department of Justice launched its first criminal cyber espionage case against Chinese hackers. But what is more intriguing are the sources of the intelligence in the case -- the rise of the new cyber security startup cooperators.
Jun 03, 2014
Europe’s right-wing protest seeks independence domestically, distance from the US, rapprochement with Russia and new balance with China.
May 14, 2014
Dan Steinbock argues that forces seeking to destabilize China are undermining the potential for US-Chinese counterterrorism cooperation. Instead of paving the way for future negative scenarios, China and the United States should seek join interests and find ways to work together.
Apr 01, 2014
The U.S. National Security Agency (NSA) infiltrated Chinese telecom giant Huawei years ago. The disclosures highlight the global risks associated with unilateral government surveillance.
Mar 22, 2014
Despite a rebalancing of the United States and China, Bangladesh’s ever-modernizing economy is anxious about the future.
Feb 27, 2014
In Beijing, many observers regard the TPP as the economic counterpart of U.S. rebalancing in Asia to contain China’s rise. On the other hand, if Beijing would participate in the talks, it could conceivable influence both the process and the future shape of the proposed trade pact.
Dec 16, 2013
In the United States, proposed budget deals may ensure stability in the short-term. In China, the ongoing economic reforms could foster sustained growth in the medium-term. In both cases, new challenges await after 2015.