Eyck Freymann

Eyck Freymann, a Hoover Fellow and author on U.S.-China strategy, teams up with Harry Halem, a naval historian from the Yorktown Institute, to discuss pressing military and industrial challenges. They highlight the urgency for America to innovate in military capabilities and work with allies to deter China. Topics include the complex nature of modern supply chains, contrasting U.S. and Chinese military systems, and the need for political support to enhance defense strategies. Their insights draw parallels between past and present, stressing the importance of adaptive responses in today's geopolitical landscape.

Eyck Freymann, a DPhil Candidate in China Studies at the University of Oxford, delves into China’s One Belt One Road initiative, the largest infrastructure program in history. He reveals the strategic and political significance behind OBOR, emphasizing that it transcends mere infrastructure, aiming to enhance China’s global influence. Freymann debunks myths regarding debt traps and highlights the complexities of local perceptions in participating countries. Ultimately, he argues that OBOR reflects Xi Jinping’s desire to restore China's status on the world stage.

Eyck Freymann, a DPhil Candidate in China Studies at the University of Oxford, dissects China's One Belt One Road (OBOR) initiative, the largest infrastructure project in history. He reveals how OBOR is more than merely a series of investments; it's intertwined with Xi Jinping's vision of restoring China's global dominance. Freymann debunks myths surrounding the project, arguing that it's neither a monolithic scheme nor a debt trap for recipient nations. He highlights the growing allure of OBOR and contrasts it with U.S. development strategies, emphasizing the need for a strategic response to China's expanding influence.