Jennifer Xiao

Jennifer Xiao is a dedicated Political Science graduate student at the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, Columbia University. With a keen interest in public policy and international relations, she is committed to analyzing and addressing complex political issues. Jennifer's academic journey reflects her passion for fostering a deeper understanding of governance and its impact on global affairs.

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1 week ago

Why Taiwan Could Spark the Next Global Crisis

The Taiwan Strait, a narrow ribbon of water separating the island of Taiwan from mainland China, may be the most dangerous flash point in international geopolitics today. What lies beneath the rising

Opinion

1 week ago

America’s Dangerous Retreat from Global Health

In geopolitics, as in nature, vacuums rarely remain unfilled. When the Trump administration abruptly announced its withdrawal from the World Health Organization and paused critical U.S.-funded global health programs, many immediately warned

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1 month ago

Tariff Tug-of-War: The Fight to Define What’s ‘Strategic’ in U.S.-China Trade

In the ever-shifting landscape of American trade policy, the term “strategic” has become the magic word for making tough economic choices more palatable. Whether in the White House or on Capitol Hill,

China’s Military Modernization—Six Takeaways the US Must Not Ignore

Last week, the U.S. Department of Defense dropped its annual 182-page tome on China’s military evolution. The China Military Power Report 2024, a tradition since 2000, serves as a Rosetta Stone for

3 months ago

Opinion

Navigating Uncertainty: China’s Plan to Trump-Proof Its Economy

The recent re-election of Donald Trump as President of the United States has sent ripples through global capitals, with Beijing particularly attentive to the implications for U.S.-China relations. China’s leadership, while not

3 months ago

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The Ideology Question: What Drives Trump’s China Strategy?

As Donald Trump prepares for his return to the White House, the world braces for a new chapter in U.S.-China relations. But as the contours of his China policy begin to emerge,

4 months ago

Opinion

China and Brazil Forge Deeper Ties for a Just World and Sustainable Future

In a landmark moment for international relations, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced the elevation of their nations’ bilateral ties to a “community with a

4 months ago

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Riding Into the Night: How Chinese Students Found Joy and Lost It Again

On a balmy summer night, under the hum of Zhengzhou’s streetlights, an extraordinary sight emerged: tens of thousands of young people on bicycles, forming a spontaneous convoy of joy and defiance. What

5 months ago

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Three Factors Behind Donald Trump’s Resounding Win in US Presidential Election 2024

In an era marked by political volatility and shifting allegiances, Donald Trump has orchestrated what many are calling the most stunning political comeback in the annals of United States history. From a

5 months ago

Opinion

To Win Michigan, Harris Needs a New Message; Anti-Trump Narrative Isn’t It

In Michigan, a critical swing state where political winds shift with the economy and kitchen-table issues, Kamala Harris’ warnings about Donald Trump’s authoritarianism seem to be slipping into the background. While she

5 months ago

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Taiwan’s Silent Struggle: How Chinese Lawfare Threatens Global Stability

In recent months, China’s military activities around Taiwan have escalated dramatically, with simulated invasion drills, missile launches over the island, and daily incursions by Chinese fighter jets into Taiwanese airspace. These aggressive

5 months ago

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A Turning Point in Gaza: The Death of Yahya Sinwar and Its Implications

The death of Yahya Sinwar, a principal architect of Hamas’s deadly October 7, 2023, assault on Israel, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing conflict that has gripped the Middle East. As

6 months ago

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Shifting Sands: How Far-Right Wins Are Reshaping Europe

In a troubling trend that threatens the fabric of European democracy, recent elections in Austria and Germany have highlighted the growing influence of far-right parties across the continent. The normalization of anti-migrant,

6 months ago

Opinion

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Jennifer Xiao

Why Taiwan Could Spark the Next Global Crisis

America’s Dangerous Retreat from Global Health

Tariff Tug-of-War: The Fight to Define What’s ‘Strategic’ in U.S.-China Trade

China’s Military Modernization—Six Takeaways the US Must Not Ignore

Navigating Uncertainty: China’s Plan to Trump-Proof Its Economy

The Ideology Question: What Drives Trump’s China Strategy?

China and Brazil Forge Deeper Ties for a Just World and Sustainable Future

Riding Into the Night: How Chinese Students Found Joy and Lost It Again

Three Factors Behind Donald Trump’s Resounding Win in US Presidential Election 2024

To Win Michigan, Harris Needs a New Message; Anti-Trump Narrative Isn’t It

Taiwan’s Silent Struggle: How Chinese Lawfare Threatens Global Stability

A Turning Point in Gaza: The Death of Yahya Sinwar and Its Implications

Shifting Sands: How Far-Right Wins Are Reshaping Europe

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