Shenghua Zhang

China’s jingoistic diplomacy tempts Southeast Asia

August 4, 2025July 10, 2025 by Shenghua Zhang

President Xi’s major tour of Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia illustrates Beijing’s new strategy

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