China

China, America, and Thucydides’ Trap

How can China and America avoid the war that befell Athens and Sparta?

Russia, Iran, and China are Weaker Than They Appear

Despite narratives of Western decline, we must observe the problems afflicting our rivals as well

National Security is Not an Abstraction

“National security” may sound like an abstraction, but in reality it’s anything but

Recognize the CCP’s Double Persecution in Xinjiang

The Uyghur women of Xinjiang face persecution, not only for their religion but also their sex. This double persecution is not unique to Xinjiang.

It is High Time to Move Forward with the Saudi Defense Deal for American, Israeli, and Saudi Security

President Biden’s policy of ignoring Saudi Arabia must end

Iran and BRICS: Can the Outlier be Tamed?

BRICS is adding many new members, including Iran; what will that mean for the Islamic Regime?

Global Strategy, Regional Tactics

Although the threats to the American-led world order are linked at a strategic level, dealing with each successfully requires different regional tactics.

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Subtext: Science-Fiction as a Guide to China’s Military Future, Part Two

How might Cixin Liu’s Three-Body Problem trilogy of novels reveal plans for China’s desired future military expansion – to infinity and beyond?

Literary Devices: Science-Fiction as a Guide to China’s Military Future, Part 1

Sci-fi has often enabled writers to fight the wars of tomorrow – today! But what do such stories tell us about potential 21st-century conflicts involving China?

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