In this episode, Professor Theresa Sabonis-Helf joins us to discuss China’s economic and diplomatic push into Central Asia and the implications for the region. We assess the impact of this push on Chinese-Russian relations and explore what role the United States should play in Central Asia.
ChinaPower PODCAST
The ChinaPower Podcast dissects critical issues underpinning China’s emergence as a global power. By bringing together the leading experts on China and international politics, the series offers our listeners critical insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by China’s rise. These extended discussions are hosted by the director of the China Power Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Power Dynamics and the “Two Asias”: A Conversation with Evan Feigenbaum
In this episode, Evan Feigenbaum joins us to discuss the evolution of two Asias: security Asia and economic Asia. We discuss these trends and their implications for future development and power dynamics in the region. We examine China’s role in each sphere, and how it might shape the region in the years to come.
China’s First Overseas Military Base: A Conversation with Erica Downs and Jeffrey Becker
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Erica Downs and Dr. Jeffrey Becker to discuss the recent opening of China’s military facility in Djibouti and its implications for Chinese foreign policy and strategy.
China’s Approach to the Developing World: A Conversation with Joshua Eisenman
In this episode, Dr. Joshua Eisenman joins us to discuss China’s development policies and engagement with the developing world.
China’s Political Influence Activities: A Conversation with Anne-Marie Brady
In this episode, Professor Anne-Marie Brady joins us to discuss China’s use of political influence activities and how these activities are influencing domestic politics in her native New Zealand.
Implications of the 19th Party Congress: A Conversation with Peter Mattis
In this episode, Peter Mattis examines what transpired at the Chinese Communist Party’s 19th Party Congress. We discuss the significance of the Party Congress’ outcomes and its implications for Chinese President Xi’s authority.
2017 ChinaPower Conference, Proposition 5: Economic Liberalization, Damien Ma v. Anne Stevenson-Yang
Proposition: Xi Jinping will make economic liberalization a higher priority during his second term
2017 ChinaPower Conference, Proposition 4: Leadership in Asia, Chen Dingding v. Evan Feigenbaum
Proposition: Beijing will effectively utilize the uncertainty of the Trump presidency to firmly establish China as the leader of Asia