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Alt text: "A global map illustrating China's evolving influence on container terminals in 2024. Key locations highlight areas where Chinese state-owned enterprises gained or lost control over port operations, such as Melbourne, Angola, and Saudi Arabia. The map also depicts major shipping routes and trade hubs affected by China's strategic maritime presence, reflecting shifts in global trade dynamics and the economic implications of China's network of port investments."

The Forces Shaping Global Port Influence

In this 2024 follow-up, our Director Clark Banach and MERICS Lead Analyst Jacob Gunter provide a nuanced examination of China’s evolving maritime strategy, identifying areas where China has strengthened or ceded influence. They delve into internal dynamics within China, such as economic slowdowns or shifts in strategic priorities, as well as external pressures, including increased …

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Infographic showing China's global port investments under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The image highlights key trade routes and countries impacted by Chinese state-owned enterprises controlling port operations. It emphasizes the shift in trade patterns favoring China, the temporary economic benefits of infrastructure projects, and the geopolitical risks of dependency on Chinese networks.

Tides of Change in the Mediterranean

As China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) enters its second decade with a new ten-year plan, reflecting its evolution from infrastructure investment to broader strategic goals. Our Director Clark Banach and MERICS Lead Analyst Jacob Gunther highlighted China’s deep involvement in global port networks, detailing how state-owned enterprises (SOEs) create dependencies and influence through Mediterranean …

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Cannabis Consumption Trends in California After Legalization

In-Store Trends and Segmentation of Cannabis Consumers

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