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In the Gulf, the In the Gulf, is still the dominant power, but Beijing is being urged to do more. Naval exercises, antenna construction, and Chinese-made missiles suggest that may already be happening

Walking a tightrope between Riyadh and Tehran, Beijing has little room to manoeuvre, but it is not without options. More air defence systems and drones could help defend Saudi Arabia

Beijing does not see Trump as someone capable of grand bargains like some of his White House predecessors were, so the Chinese leader will temper his expectations

When Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in the US this week, coinciding with the UN General Assembly meeting, trade, technology, and security will dominate the agenda, among other issues. A 24…

Washington wants to slow AI down, but only after securing its lead over Beijing

Washington needs its rivals to create peace on its behalf

Beijing's multi-pronged proposal links to the new three-way 'Mecca Alliance' between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan. What would be the parameters of this new Chinese security involvement?

A critical mineral found on Japan's seabed has caught US attention, and the two are teaming up to see whether it can yield future benefits and reduce their dependence on China

Beijing has plenty of leverage to deter Washington

The chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference has shaped the country's trajectory since the 1980s. Al Majalla takes a look at his career and impact.