Economist Podcasts Base motives? China in the Pacific
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May 30, 2022 
Join Jeremy Page, Asia diplomatic editor for The Economist, and Jacob Judah, a writer focused on Arctic research impacts, as they unravel China's ambitions in the Pacific. They discuss the complexities of China's military expansion and the geopolitical ripples from its agreement with the Solomon Islands. The conversation shifts to the strain on Arctic collaborations due to sanctions, highlighting the vulnerability of crucial climate research. Plus, they take an intriguing detour into punk's cultural legacy and its myths.
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China's Pacific Ambitions
- China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi is on a Pacific tour for damage control and cooperation agreements.
- Concerns arose about China's plans for military bases in the region after a security deal with the Solomon Islands.
China's Base in Djibouti
- China's only foreign military base is in Djibouti, but they are actively seeking more.
- A leaked draft of the security deal with the Solomon Islands suggests China could send forces and ships.
China's Expanding Influence
- China is increasing its influence in the Pacific through trade, aid, and investment.
- Wang Yi's Pacific tour aims to secure bilateral and broader regional agreements, including security cooperation.