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This article examines Beijing’s deepening engagement with countries in the Global South, and illustrates how Chinese leader Xi Jinping is capitalising on the frustrations and aspirations within the developing world.

Summary

  1. China seeks to expand global political and economic influence.
  2. Xi aims to form alliances countering US power globally.
  3. Plans to establish a China-led international order.
  4. Seeks to diminish US dominance in global affairs.
  5. Strategy focuses on reshaping international power dynamics.

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