Steven Miles

Apr 23, 2024 | foreignpolicy.com | Gabriel Collins |Steven Miles

A low-profile post by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) may point to a serious strategic change in U.S. policy in trade, energy, and relations with China. So far, the notice has received little or no public coverage or attention despite its potential ramifications—but, combined with other legislative and political signals, it could be a game-changer in the energy landscape.

Jun 13, 2023 | almendron.com | Gabriel Collins |Steven Miles

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s recent overtures to Ukraine and attempts to frame China as a neutral player and potential arbiter of peace between Russia and Ukraine shake the diplomatic landscape. The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has vehemently denied that Xi was informed in advance about the invasion plans and even asked Putin during his visit to delay the attack until after the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

Jun 12, 2023 | foreignpolicy.com | Steven Miles |Gabriel Collins

Chinese-linked firms went on a spree of deals in the run-up to the invasion of Ukraine. This photo taken on March 7 shows a cargo ship powered by LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) loaded with containers at a port in Qingdao, in China's eastern Shandong province.