middle powers
Coverage of middle powers in the Nexus archive.
- Is it wiser for middle powers ‘not to take sides’ in face of US-China rivalry?
Middle powers should avoid aligning with either the United States or China and instead pursue diversified partnerships, according to discussions at Tsinghua University’s World Peace Forum. The forum echoed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s earlier call for middle powers to unite amid a 'rupture in the world order'.
- Xi Jinping has hosted more than a dozen leaders this year, as ‘middle powers’ look beyond the US
Xi Jinping has hosted over a dozen world leaders this year, including Bangladesh’s new prime minister and Myanmar’s president, to build China’s influence and economic ties. The article highlights efforts to shift the balance of power away from the West, with the US described as 'capricious' in this context.
- Lessons from Germany’s (entirely predictable) UN Security Council defeat
Germany's defeat in the UN Security Council was predictable, highlighting the challenges middle powers face in a world dominated by aggressive great powers. The article emphasizes the need for middle powers to form alliances to navigate such a geopolitical landscape.
- Can middle powers restore the international order? Think again
The article argues that middle powers like Australia, Canada, and South Korea cannot restore the liberal international order or secure maritime security, as these tasks exceed their capabilities. It suggests that the most pragmatic middle powers avoid such efforts due to the transformed, more challenging maritime environment.
- How to think about foreign policy in the new geoeconomic era
The article discusses the challenges middle powers face in navigating foreign policy during a new geoeconomic era, emphasizing the need for strategic maneuvering around major global blocs. It highlights the importance of skillful diplomacy to avoid being caught between competing superpowers.