Brian Wong

Brian Wong, an assistant professor at the University of Hong Kong and expert on global governance, joins the discussion on China’s ambitious Global Governance Initiative (GGI). He dives into how China frames the GGI as a solution to U.S. dominance while promoting multilateralism. Wong also reveals the vagueness of these initiatives, which strategically opens political doors for China. The conversation explores economic motivations behind the GGI and China's necessity to reassure its neighbors amidst rising tensions, illustrating a complex interplay of diplomacy and development.

Brian Wong, an assistant professor at the University of Hong Kong and expert on Chinese global governance, explores China's newly announced Global Governance Initiative (GGI). He discusses how China is positioning itself for leadership amid declining US influence, emphasizing its economic interests and support for multilateralism. Wong highlights the concept of 'dexterous ambiguity' in Chinese initiatives, and reveals the need for China to build trust with neighbors despite geopolitical tensions. He argues that the GGI offers states more options without completely challenging the current global order.

Paolo Von Schirach, President of the Global Policy Institute, shares his insights on international trade dynamics. Will Hutton, political economist, analyzes the tension between the U.S. and EU amidst Trump's tariff threats. Brian Wong discusses the broader implications for global markets and Chinese trade relations. They explore whether Trump's moves are genuine negotiations or dominance tactics, the historical context of U.S.-EU relations, and the potential economic fallout of a trade war on both sides.