Political status of Taiwan Articles

Chinese Nationalism and Its Discontents

China must choose between kowtowing to domestic nationalism and submitting to a peaceful rise. Lately, nationalist belligerence has ruled the day. Washington is overreacting, encircling China. A latent rivalry ratchets up to dangerous levels.

Hegemony with Chinese Characteristics

At its core, ideology fuels the epic struggle between Washington and Beijing. Deeply insecure about its own legitimacy, the Communist Party seeks the subordination of its regional neighbors to appease the nationalist wing of its body politic.

War From Cyberspace

As Obama appoints Howard A. Schmidt to a new cybersecurity post, former cyberczar Richard Clarke shows America is the most vulnerable country in the world.

Staying Alive

Is a state by any other name still a state? Nations’ risky operations to maintain de facto status.

The Panda Menace

With all the recent coverage of China's involvement in Africa, Antoine Halff takes an in-depth look at Beijing's burgeoning relationship with the resource-rich continent.

China on the March

Dos and Don’ts for U.S. strategic planners when it comes to dealing with China.

Angel or Dragon?

 Despite the focus on Beijing, few have taken notice of a key forum for its evolving excellence: diplomacy at the United Nations.

Future War: Taiwan

A plausible scenario for a Sino-American clash in the Taiwan Strait.

Universal Values, Specific Policies

The more things seem to change, the more relevant are the lessons of the past.

Vladimir Putin on Russian Energy Policy

Could Russia contribute to America's energy security?

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May 26, 2012