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Will China lead a post-American world?

Will China lead a post-American world?

Update: 2025-09-12
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Are we moving into a post-American world and if so will China try to lead and set the rules for it?

In the face of American withdrawal, China senses an opportunity to shape a new world order. This week on Independent Thinking,Β Samir Puri and James Kynge join Bronwen Maddox to discuss the changing nature of the international order.

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Will China lead a post-American world?

Will China lead a post-American world?

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