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Chinese seek jobs amid slowing economy
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The End of Experimentation and Aspiration in Xi Jinping’s China

This is the first in a two-part series by Diana Choyleva where she explores how the leadership of Chinese President Xi Jinping has changed the fundamental incentives driving the behavior of key groups in China and beyond.
Nepal flag over looking the Himalayan mountains.
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Nepal’s Geopolitical Crossroads: Balancing China, India, and the United States

Rishi Gupta writes about the complexity of Nepal's geopolitical reality.
EFL 2023
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2023 South Korea’s Emerging Female Trade Leaders Program

ASPI hosted the 2023 cohort of Emerging Female Leaders in trade from South Korea July 10-12, 2023.
Chinese Politics Congress
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The Paranoia behind China’s Spy War

Nathan Levine writes about China's espionage operations around the world.
Person walking on rice paddy
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 /  Australia

More than just rice: Asia’s food supply anxieties

Most economies in Southeast Asia are net food importers. Is now the time for Australia to step up its export production?
Albanese and Xi
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 /  Australia

Speak clearly to Xi, and avoid the traps

"The Prime Minister’s visit to a prickly Beijing will be watched closely for tone and content, at home and among allies", writes Richard Maude.

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