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Join us on May 20 at Asia Society Hong Kong Center for a fireside chat on the current state of the US-China relationship, featuring Dennis Wilder, Senior Fellow with the Initiative for US-China Dialogue on Global Issues at Georgetown University. With over three decades of experience in the US government, Mr. Wilder is a leading expert in US-China diplomatic and strategic relations. With an evolving and often intensifying dynamic between the two superpowers, it has become crucial for officials on both sides to consider factors to reduce tension and successfully manage the most important bilateral relationship in the world. How can these two governments find common ground to address global challenges that concern all? What can officials do to build trust as national security priorities increasingly take precedence over economic ties? Join us to hear Mr. Wilder discuss these issues and more. Sign up: https://lnkd.in/gnQCrBTD RUNDOWN: 17:45    Registration 18:00    Opening Remarks 18:05    Fireside Chat 18:35    Audience Q&A 18:55    Closing Remarks 19:00    Networking Drinks 19:30    End ASHK Members and Georgetown Alumni: HKD 150 Non-Members: HKD 200 Georgetown Alumni Group Jebsen Wines and Spirits #unitedstates #china #geopolitics #bilateral #traderelations #geopoliticalrivalry #Asia #economicwar #tradewar

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Introduction The Silk Road, an ancient network of trade routes stretching across Eurasia, stands as a testament to the interconnectedness of human civilizations throughout history. Its significance in shaping the course of trade, culture, and diplomacy has left an indelible mark on the world.

“The recent visit by China’s President Xi Jinping to Paris, Belgrade and Budapest has shined a light on the plight of the European project as a geopolitical and political-economic institution.” Key questions are now left begging. In this short piece I outline what’s at stake. #eu #china #hungary #serbia #france

It is generally established that trade ties between former colonies and their former colonial metropoles tend to remain the most important for the former. But what happens when a country has had more than one colonial metropole -- as was the case with the former German colonies that were 'transferred' to Belgium, France, the UK, and the Union of South Africa after WW1? Who do they trade with the most after gaining their sovereignty? And given its unprecedented re-emergence and strategic competition with Europe, how rapidly is China replacing these as the principal export market? A new chapter in the Palgrave Handbook of China-Europe-Africa Relations by myself and Mengshu Zhan examines these questions by looking at the timeframe between FOCAC I and FOCAC VII. https://lnkd.in/dfJrA_rD

France continues to charm with its wine and cheese🧀! Xi Jinping was received for an official dinner this Monday by President Macron: Munster, Roquefort, Camembert, Comté, etc. The heavy artillery is out 😂 There must be some multi-storey diplomatic towers for France to continue making its cheeses and wines a diplomatic weapon (however subtle) since notably the Congress of Vienna in 1814-1815 and the famous cheese competition organized by Prince Charles Maurice de Talleyrand Perigord (won by France by the way🇫🇷), which may have incidentally saved France from being carved up after the Napoleonic defeat. Nevertheless, these dinners remain loaded with symbolism and messages that are interesting to decipher. This ranges from the colors chosen for floral arrangements, the exchanged gifts, to the guests. Xi Jinping reportedly received from the French president a Chanel bag, 2 bottles of cognac, and books by Victor Hugo (he is apparently a fan of Victor Hugo) 📚. Bernard Arnault, Luc Besson, Salma Hayek, and many others were in the front row. The rest, well, I'll leave that to your interpretation! May these attentions help silenting the cannons… #ludoviconline #DiplomaticRelations #GastroDiplomacy #frenchgastronomy #frenchculture #frenchheritage #conflictresolution #InternationalRelations #Diplomacy #dealmaking #chinadilomacy #influencestrategy

According to William Zarit, a member of the Concordia community, the US-China bilateral relationship needs more people-to-people interaction to prevent further dissociation. His recent TEDx Talk emphasizes the importance of student, business, and tourism exchanges as tools to create more human connections. Discover his insights from over 50 years of experience in US-China relations: https://lnkd.in/eanEquke

Learn 10 interesting facts about China, from the Great Wall and Terracotta Army to its rich cultural heritage and rapid economic growth. Explore China's unique attractions and historical significance.

Geography also influences economic policies and trade relationships. Nations with access to important trade routes or abundant natural resources can leverage these advantages in their foreign relations. For example, countries situated along major maritime routes often develop foreign policies that emphasize trade partnerships and maritime security. The strategic importance of the Indo-Pacific region has led the U.S. to enhance its focus on this area, driven by both economic interests and geopolitical competition with China.Furthermore, historical geographic factors have shaped the development of nations. For instance, the fertile river valleys that supported early civilizations laid the groundwork for economic systems that influenced international relations over centuries. The historical context of geography continues to inform contemporary foreign policy, as nations seek to capitalize on their geographic advantages or rectify historical disadvantages

𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆: 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆'𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘶𝘴 𝘞𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯 𝘋𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘊𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘋𝘪𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 Read essay in following link : https://lnkd.in/ewzfvtxq Subscribe to China21 Journal to receive articles and newsletters about China in your mailbox.   #china #chinajournal #china21journal #chinesesociety #chineseculture #chineseeconomy #chinesehistory