Einar Tangen

Hannah Ryder, a former diplomat and economist, Sanusha Naidu, a Senior Research Associate, and Einar Tangen, a Senior Fellow at the Taihe Institute, delve into China's sweeping commitment of $50 billion in loans to African nations. They explore the historical evolution of China-Africa relations and the significant impact on infrastructure and trade. The conversation highlights the potential benefits and challenges of this investment, as well as the growing geopolitical rivalry between China and the U.S. in the region.

Einar Tangen, a Senior Fellow specializing in geopolitics, discusses the seismic shifts expected in India by 2025. He highlights India's tensions with the U.S. due to tariffs and policy shifts under Trump, and examines Modi's balancing act between Russian and Chinese influences. Tangen explores India's strategic choices amid domestic pressures and emphasizes the importance of engaging in BRICS and SCO to solidify leadership in the Global South. As they navigate border complexities with China, the conversation reveals the delicate balance of maintaining India's non-aligned aspirations.

Richard Weitz, a senior fellow at the NATO Defense College, and Einar Tangen from the Centre for International Governance Innovation dive into the complex US-China dynamics surrounding TikTok. They discuss national security implications, with Weitz emphasizing data risks and legislation. Tangen shares how Beijing sees TikTok as a model of success. The conversation reveals Trump’s shifting position, the potential for a deal involving partial US control, and warns of a dangerous precedent for global tech governance as the US and China potentially drift apart.

Einar Tangen, a Senior Fellow at the Taihe Institute and founder of Asia Narratives, and Bob Carr, former Australian Foreign Minister, dive into the shifting tides of global power with China at the helm. They discuss the implications of recent high-profile meetings among leaders like Xi and Modi, questioning whether this new alignment signals a permanent change. The dialogue probes into the historical impacts of WWII on China and evaluates its growing military presence, reshaping the landscape of international relations and Australia's strategic positioning.

Scott Lucas, a US and international politics expert, Einar Tangen, a Senior Fellow focusing on China's global perspective, and Natasha Lindstaedt, a foreign policy professor, dive into the ramifications of Donald Trump's potential second term. They discuss how his America First policy could challenge the post-World War II international order. Insights include shifts in U.S.-China relations, the complexities of Middle East politics under Trump, and broader implications for global stability and democracy, painting a vivid picture of what the world might face.