States of Play by Sam Olsen

States of Play by Sam Olsen

The UK must challenge China’s influence to succeed in South East Asia

Not the easiest of tasks from 8,000 miles away, but possible

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Sam Olsen
Jul 13, 2021
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Hello fellow China Watchers

This week I’m continuing my look at China’s relationship with South East Asia, specifically at the challenge the UK faces in expanding its influence there when China is already well embedded.

This comes a day after the US upped the pressure in the region by reaffirming its commitment to defend the Philippines from China if Man…

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