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China-ASEAN ties deepen beyond geopolitics via trade, tech, and culture

China's relationship with Southeast Asian nations extends beyond traditional geopolitical frameworks, encompassing areas like food security, satellite technology, and aviation. A study tour revealed that this relationship is built on diverse foundations including trade, infrastructure, cultural exchange, and educational ties, predating initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and the US-China rivalry. These interactions highlight China's efforts to shape new industries and foster deeper connections through various sectors. AI

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China-ASEAN ties deepen beyond geopolitics via trade, tech, and culture

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alejandro Reyes ·

    China-Asean relations are bigger than mere geopolitics

    China-Asean relations are usually described in two ways. One emphasises danger: the South China Sea, US-China rivalry, military pressure and risk of Southeast Asia being pulled into China’s orbit. The other emphasises opportunity: trade, infrastructure, investment, supply chains …