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China Update - Beijng’s calculus to foster Moscow’s dependence on China - 4 April 2023
On 22 March Chinese President XI Jinping concluded a three-day state visit to Moscow that saw China and Russia sign 14 joint statements and agreements.
US and China up the ante on export controls
Both sides are expanding and tightening export control enforcement of sensitive technologies and export violations that threaten national security in the escalating technology race between China and the West.
Growing calls for a Free Trade Agreement between the US and Taiwan
Taiwan is pushing for deeper institutionalized trade ties with the United States, as Taipei diversifies its trade ties beyond the mainland. At the same time, Washington’s economic policy toward Taiwan is changing as China’s growing military and political assertiveness continues to exacerbate the region’s risk environment.
Closer ties between China and Russia
Cooperation between China and Russia has been growing for some months now, as China provides Russia with an economic lifeline, while gaining a significant increase in the delivery of Russian oil and gas. The symbolic meeting between the two leaders in March strengthens those ties further.
China’s post-COVID re-emergence
As the government of the People's Republic of China abandons its strict Covid policies, its population and economy should expect to face some tough challenges.
How are China and Russia advancing their shared agendas?
Download our recent analyst paper to understand the key implications of recent China-Russia diplomatic developments.
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