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Rethinking Democracy Ep. 4: China's Growing Presence in the Middle East with Dr. F. Gregory Gause and Dr. Jon Alterman

Middle East Focus

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China's Strategic Rise in the Middle East

This chapter analyzes China's increasing influence in the Middle East through economic engagement and diplomatic efforts, challenging U.S. dominance in the region. It highlights China's mediation between rival states, such as Saudi Arabia and Iran, while contrasting its non-interference approach with the U.S. model of promoting democracy. The conversation critiques the effectiveness of U.S. foreign assistance in Egypt and its implications for broader geopolitical dynamics.

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