Brad Glosserman

The warning could not be clearer. Europe faces “an existential crisis.” “Over time, we will inexorably become less prosperous, less equal, less secure and, as a result, less free to choose our destiny.” Moreover, “without action, we will have to either compromise our welfare, our environment or our freedom.”

Military drills and cooperation highlight a deepening Beijing-Moscow alliance

Japan, a country that has long relied on its economic prowess for international stature and standing, must change its perspective.

This article was originally published by Pacific Forum . It is republished with permission. Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) got a facelift last month.

The nation can lead the world in transitioning to smaller, older societies

What should be of more concern is the “soft power” that Beijing will acquire by mastering the green tech sector.

While Trump is typically seen as the instigator of this slide, in truth, questions about U.S. commitment and resolve predate his administration.

A majority, or 55% of the CCGA respondents, said the U.S. should actively work to limit the growth of China's power, while just 40% backed friendly cooperation and engagement with Beijing. Combine that with hardening sentiment in Washington and the outcome is ordained. As Ali Wyne, a U.S.-China expert at the International Crisis Group, told the Washington Post, “Strategic competition between the United States and China is poised to intensify no matter who assumes the U.S. presidency in January 2025.”

The president-elect could usher in less U.S. global leadership, more national interest

Over the last year and a half, the Philippines has conducted a master class in winning that information battle in its contest with China over territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Manila is promoting “assertive transparency” to shape the media landscape, putting Beijing on the defensive.