Global Courant
Video duration 27 minutes 25 seconds
The top United States diplomat flew to Beijing to ease months-long tensions.
When superpowers fail, the rest of the world worries about what might happen next.
The visit of the top American diplomat to China is therefore closely monitored.
The military and economic giants disagree on many vital issues. There is rivalry and mistrust on both sides.
But there is also a recognition, albeit hesitant, that the strategic rivals need each other to advance their own interests, both at home and abroad.
Will Antony Blinken’s visit mean an improvement – or fuel divisions?
Presenter: Mohammed Jamjoom
Guests:
Einar Tangen – Chinese affairs analyst and senior fellow, Taihe Institute
Natasha Lindstaedt – Deputy Dean and Professor, University of Essex
Joseph Mahoney – Professor of Politics and International Relations, East China Normal University
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