Washington finally wakes up to China’s port empire. Trump’s administration launches ambitious counter-offensive to reclaim maritime dominance. But can America catch up after decades of strategic neglect in global shipping infrastructure?
While Beijing and Washington perform a diplomatic duet, the dissonance of economic nationalism and political theatrics drowns out any harmony. Trade deals, it seems, are now stage props in electoral melodramas
In what amounts to economic mutually assured destruction, the U.S. and China are locked in a spectacular trade standoff that resembles two heavyweight boxers punching themselves in the face to intimidate each other
As U.S. trade theatrics unsettle African markets, China-Africa trade keeps rising—quietly, unevenly, and always with a suitcase full of infrastructure contracts
As tensions escalate over trade tariffs, China’s response to Trump’s moves seems more like a well-rehearsed act in a global theater. But beneath the drama, a real strategy is emerging
When it comes to maritime power plays, China isn’t splashing about. It has subtly anchored its influence across Latin America, securing key ports near the Panama Canal—without firing a shot
Donald Trump’s second term starts with diplomatic surprises—an invitation to Xi Jinping, delayed TikTok ban enforcement, and trade talks. Will rhetoric turn into action, or are we entering a new era of uncertainty?
Trump’s reelection signals a shift in U.S. foreign policy. His “America First” doctrine prioritizes national interests in a multipolar world shaped by alliances, conflicts, and economic rivalries. What does this mean globally?
The Pentagon’s blacklisting of COSCO Shipping raises serious concerns about its impact on global maritime logistics and trade stability
The U.S. Department of Defense has designated China’s state-owned COSCO Shipping as a “military-linked company,” tightening scrutiny on China’s maritime sector amid escalating geopolitical tensions