The Merge
E16 – Foreign Relations & China
Sep 3, 2023
Former Australian diplomat John Fowler discusses international relations with a focus on China's ambitions, South America influence, Taiwan invasion, and the impact of Ukraine crisis on China. The podcast delves into diplomacy, military connections, Monroe Doctrine, Belt & Road Initiative, chip industry decoupling, and US policy on Taiwan.
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- Diplomacy acts as a bridge in international relations, resembling investigative journalism.
- China's Belt and Road Initiative extends its economic and political influence to Latin America.
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Foreign relations and newsletter introduction
Foreign relations and the significance of the International Intrigue newsletter are discussed. Special guest John Fowler, co-founder of International Intrigue, is introduced as a former diplomat, sharing insights on foreign relations.
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