Dr. Enze Han discusses China’s role in resolving the crisis in Myanmar.
Voices on China – Enze Han, University of Hong Kong
Voices on China – Evan A. Laksmana, Senior Researcher, Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Evan A Laksmana shares his views on changing dynamics between China and Southeast Asian countries, the influence of domestic elites, China’s vaccine diplomacy, and why RCEP should not be seen as a China-led agreement.
China’s Foray Into Southeast Asia: Mixed Feelings
Southeast Asia is central to the BRI and China’s global ambitions. But China is recently encountering headwinds as countries in the region are re-evaluating their relationship with China and seeking alternatives. As Insa Ewert writes, while dependence on Chinese financing remains an issue for some, recent developments could also improve projects and conditions for recipient countries.
Speaker Interview – Ernie Bower: BowerGroupAsia
Ernie Bower, founder and CEO of BowerGroupAsia, a consulting firm, speaks to YCW about U.S. policy toward ASEAN countries under the Trump administration and where he would go in Asia if he was starting out in his career today.