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ASIA FILES

The 21st century world order changing in ways which the previous generation could not have easily imagined. One of the primary factors in the current transition from a unipolar world order to a multipolar world order - is the emergence of the continent of Asia as an economic and geopolitical tiger. Leading the charge for the new plurality in international relations is China, followed by India, Japan, the Korean Peninsula, and the Asean group members. Follow 21WIRE's Asia Files for key news, insights and though-provoking features on this up-and-coming global regional powerhouse...

Moscow Economic Forum 2025: The Prophecy of the ‘Iron Chancellor’ Looms Over Germany

21WIRE | A Eurasian world view: exploring demography, culture and industrialisation at Moscow Economic Forum 2025.

The Rise of Neo-Mercantilism: How U.S Weaponizes Economic and Trade with China

21WIRE | Neo-Mercantilism: will this be a game changer for global trade and national security?

China’s Minilateral Security Strategy: The Future of Strategic Governance

21WIRE | China’s ‘minilateralism’ – The future of strategic governance.

How Elon Musk’s Secretly Allows for Chinese Ownership of SpaceX

ProPublica | Musk and SpaceX claim to be against Chinese ownership in SpaceX, but behind the scenes they’re allowing for Chinese investment through shady offshore entities.

Another Game Changer: After DeepSeek, China’s Manus Surpasses Open AI in Benchmark Tests

Yong Jian | The Chinese A.I. software sector continues to outperform the US and Europe.

U.S. Chip-Making Dream Awakes to Labor Crisis Reality

Michael Moats | It’s still not clear where exactly the US plans to find the skilled engineers needed to staff all its planned new microchip plants.

SUNDAY SCREENING: The Real Impact of the Silk Road (2024)

SUNDAY SCREENING | Our weekly documentary curated by the editorial team at 21WIRE. 

How China Could Take Taiwan – Without Firing a Shot

21WIRE | Here is the military and economic alternative to engaging in all-out war.

China’s Foreign Policy: Five Takeaways From The Third Session

21WIRE | Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meets the press on the sideline of the third session of the 14th National People’s Congress.

China’s ‘Two Sessions 2025’: Policy Roadmap For The Year Ahead

21WIRE | Key takeaways from Beijing’s government work report.

Why America is Worried About China’s New Canal in Cambodia

21WIRE | Both Vietnam and America are extremely worried about the geostrategic implications of this new development. 

Inside China’s ‘Secret’ Laser Facility

Asia Times | Yes, you heard that right: China, and not the US, is taking the lead in laser fusion.

Why China’s New AI Model DeepSeek Just Won the Tech Race

Cyrus Janssen | Understanding China’s incredible leap-frog move past the US artificial intelligence industry.

Trump to Threaten India With Sanctions Over Russian Oil?

Andrew Korybko | Trump’s secondary sanctions could derail India’s relationship with both US and Russia.

South Caucasus Instability and New Battle for the ‘Middle Corridor’

Freddie Ponton | This key region is now prone to instability as US strengthens ties with Armenia and whilst sanctioning both Georgia and Azerbaijan.

China Isn’t Panicking Over Trump, As Tariffs Could Backfire

Asia Times | IMF believes Trump’s tariffs could end up hurting US economy more than China.

US Missile Shield Failing Against China, Russia and North Korea

Gabriel Honrada | Outdated U.S. systems and limited interceptor capability have causes U.S. to fall way behind Asia and Russian defense architecture.

Trump 2.0: Unable to Tame Inflation, His Trade War May Backfire – Starting with Asia

21WIRE | While Asia is bracing for impact, the largest risk here might be to the United States itself.

China Hits Jackpot: World’s Largest Gold Deposit Found, Worth Over $80 Billion

Science Alert | Another boon for BRICS?

Trump vs China: Asia Braces Itself for Tariff Wars, More Saber Rattling

21WIRE | The problem with Trump’s tariff-heavy response to Washington’s new number one boogeyman, China.

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