It’s not just China – from India to Russia and the Middle East, states are collaborating over trade corridors as an alternative to US power structures.
China and Pakistan need better security and engagement with the Afghan Taliban to cut off terrorist attacks on the key Belt and Road Initiative project. China must also address local socioeconomic grievances.
The former US president has a track record of helping Israel at the Palestinians’ expense. If he wins a second term, Donald Trump’s foreign policy could lead to increased warfare in the region.