Against the dramatic events of the Israel-Iran conflict last month, China’s reaction was muted. While the U.S. joined Israel in bombing Iran and then
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How U.S. Technology Ambitions in Saudi Arabia Look as We Approach a Second Trump Term
With its abundant energy and financial resources, the Middle East has become a key battleground for artificial intelligence development, and a focal
Untangling the Web of American Technology Influence in the Middle East
The Middle East is the new strategic battleground for U.S.-China competition in artificial intelligence. Not only does the region have access to the
The War in Gaza Opens Up New Opportunities for China in the Middle East
Shaun Narine, St. Thomas University (Canada) The western world’s support for Israel as it attacks Gaza has provoked fury across the Arab world and
China Backs Hamas, Needs Israel’s Vengeance
“We believe in ‘Do unto others as you would have them do to you,’” preached Hua Chunying (華春瑩), China’s assistant foreign minister on October 15,
With Mideast Crisis, Russia and China Hope to Turn Tables on U.S.
By Shaun Tandon, AFP Since Russia invaded Ukraine, the United States has sought to isolate Moscow and pressure China to keep its distance. With war
Two Reasons Why Middle Eastern Countries Joining BRICS Doesn’t Mean They’re ‘Pro-China’
At the end of last month, the extension of invitations for Saudi Arabia, Iran, Ethiopia, Egypt, Argentina and the United Arab Emirates to join the