Sebastian Contin Trillo-Figueroa, Geopolitics Analyst in EU-Asia Relations and AsiaGlobal Fellow, The University of Hong Kong
Franz Jessen, Former EU Ambassador to the Philippines and Vietnam; EU Deputy Head (Beijing); Economist and Diplomat in EU-Asia Relations
Jan 10, 2025
Greenland is synonymous with the far reaches of the Northern Atlantic, out of the way of major global events, but now with an ever growing demand for energy and Donald Trumps’ bold overtures, could the remote island become a hotbed of competing global interests?
Philip Cunningham, Independent Scholar
Sep 21, 2024
As U.S.-China relations face mounting tension and uncertainty, reflecting on the early days of cultural exchange in the 1980s reveals a simpler time of optimism, goodwill, and mutual curiosity. While today's challenges are formidable, the shared experiences of those who helped build these ties offer a reminder that, even in times of difficulty, there remains potential for collaboration and understanding.
Zhao Minghao, Professor, Institute of International Studies at Fudan University, and China Forum Expert
Sep 13, 2024
The recent visit to Beijing by Jake Sullivan, the U.S. national security adviser, revealed some new trends in the development of relations. Both sides wish to preserve stability against the backdrop of U.S. presidential elections and — to use a significant phrase — move forward.
Vasilis Trigkas, Visiting Assistant Professor, Schwarzman College, Tsinghua University
Aug 30, 2024
There are parallels between the historical lessons of World War I and the current era of hegemonic transition, with China's 10 years old proposal of the "New Type of Great Power Relations" still offering a framework for navigating U.S.-China relations. Ultimately, strategic dialogue and cooperation between great powers is of utmost importance to avert great power conflicts.
Chen Xin, Senior Visiting Fellow at Institute for Global Cooperation and Understanding, Peking University; Research Fellow at New Zealand Asia Institute, University of Auckland
Aug 23, 2024
The island nation’s Maori traditions help it navigate alliances and multilateral partnerships in a world where geopolitical currents are continually shifting. With China as its largest trading partner, New Zealand in a delicate position: It must balance its economic interests with its alliance relationships and commitments.
Zhang Yun, Associate Professor at National Niigata University in Japan, Nonresident Senior Fellow at University of Hong Kong
Jul 04, 2024
While China and the United States are the most important external stakeholders on the Korean Peninsula, Russia has focused more on its strategic interests in the region out of concern over security issues in Europe. To achieve enduring peace, communication must resume under the multilateral framework of the Six-Party Talks.
Jade Wong, Senior Fellow, Gordon & Leon Institute
Jul 03, 2024
The transformations spurred by the election are evolutionary rather than revolutionary. This year’s contest was less dramatic than earlier ones and the outcomes were more incremental.
Dou Guoqing, Colonel of the People’s Liberation Army and Postdoctorate Researcher at PLA National Defense University
Jun 18, 2024
The United States has been the biggest beneficiary of changes in the international order over the past century. Four key factors have contributed to its current hegemony.
Ananth Krishnan, Director at The Hindu Group, and AsiaGlobal Fellow at University of Hong Kong
Jun 07, 2024
Multipolarity has become a buzzword in global affairs with due credit to countries in the Global South taking strides toward establishing power independent of the U.S. or China. As developing nations demand a bigger share of voice, what challenges will they face?