Kei Koizumi on the U.S.-China AI Competition
A senior Biden-era science and technology official talks about Trump’s AI chip exports to China and what’s at stake for U.S. tech leadership.
How China Gets Caught Between Iran and the U.S.
China remains a big importer of Iranian oil, but its other commercial interests in the country have shifted and narrowed in recent years.
Jake Sullivan on Keeping Ahead of China
Biden's National Security Adviser sets out what he was trying to achieve in dealing with Beijing, where he thinks Trump 2.0 has taken a wrong...
Chasing the Chip Smugglers
The exposure of a U.S.-based operation that smuggled Nvidia’s AI chips to China raises questions about the role of major companies and the authorities charged...
The Answer to Germany’s China Problem: Open Up
German leader Friedrich Merz has the chance to take advantage of his country’s reversal of fortunes with China.
China’s Arms Sales Hit A Snag
China’s weapons exports are in decline even as other countries ramp up sales.
Chinese EVs’ Slow Charge Toward America
The U.S. auto industry is preparing for the arrival of Chinese cars in the American market, but their potential entry remains highly controversial.
David Feith on Trump 1.0 vs Trump 2.0 and China
The former official in both of the president’s terms discusses why Trump has become less hawkish on China, and his sudden departure from the administration...
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.