On March 8, the Center for East Asia Policy Studies at Brookings will hold a public forum that brings together experts from Japan and the United States to examine the geopolitical implications of China’s recent economic diplomacy strategy.
In recent years, China has expanded its global and regional economic footprint. Through new institutions, such as the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the One Belt, One Road initiative, Beijing seeks to carve out a leadership position within the global economy. Meanwhile, the United States’ failed effort to pass the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and President Trump’s rhetoric against China and multilateral trade agreements during his campaign have raised concerns for the U. S. role in the Asia-Pacific economy.
