US foreign policy

The opinion shift is less a new affection for Beijing than a growing fatigue with the costs of confrontation

Tokyo wants Washington watching its back, but not necessarily looking over its shoulder

It is debatable if America has achieved its aims of security or destabilised the world order more

Accusations of influence-peddling can muddy what is really going on

Some measures are mandated by law and will have to be removed or amended by the US Congress

The agreement offers real economic relief, but the hard work starts now – and companies should remain cautious

There’s a strong case for ousting President Miguel Diaz-Canel, but any attempt could risk real complications

Xi’s move to host Russia so soon after Washington’s visit suggests Beijing plans to maintain its full portfolio of relationships

A total of 18 CEOs and senior executives are in the group