Explore China's prominent initiatives, the Belt and Road Initiative and the Northern Initiative, as we uncover their true intentions—funding and support or genuine global development. Our esteemed guests shed light on the Chinese Communist Party's approach and practical implementation. We examine progress support, capacity building, and knowledge-sharing efforts, including global development centers and vocational training programs. Join us to understand China's aspirations in shaping global governance. Addressing challenges and skepticism, this episode offers valuable insights for those intrigued by international relations and global development. TakeawaysChina's Promotion of Initiatives and SlogansSkepticism around Funding and Support from State-Owned BanksImplementation of Belt and Road Initiative and Northern InitiativeXi Jinping's 32 Deliverables and Action PlansCapacity Building through Vocational Training ProgramsChina's Aim to Mediate Conflicts and Increase Military Presence in the Middle EastImportance of Monitoring China's Initiatives and DevelopmentsChina's Foreign Policy Shift towards the Global SouthQuotes "Embracing multilateralism allows us to foster multiple partnerships and engagements, resulting in a balanced world with diverse sources of strength."-Tuvia Gering "Amidst the shortcomings of US governance, China endeavors to reform global governance, striving for democracy, multipolarity, fairness, and justice." - Michael Schuman "Beijing remains steadfast, doubling down on their initiatives with unwavering momentum."- Michael Schuman Featured in the Episode Jonathan Fulton Nonresident Senior Fellow for Middle East Programs at the Atlantic Council. Assistant Professor of Political Science at Zayed University in Abu Dhabi https://ae.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-fulton-2627414b https://twitter.com/jonathandfulton Michael Schuman Nonresident Senior Fellow, Global China Hub, Atlantic Council https://twitter.com/michaelschuman Tuvia Gering Nonresident Fellow, Global China Hub, Atlantic Council; Researcher at the Diane & Guilford Glazer Foundation Israel-China Policy Center at the Institute for National Security Studies https://twitter.com/GeringTuvia Chapters 00:09 - Introduction 01:53 - China's Global Initiatives: Shaping a New World Order 06:00 - Beijing's Ambitions: Altering the US-Led World Order 10:40 - Advancing Global Initiatives Amidst US Resurgence 13:23 - Empowering Influence: China's Growing Global Impact 18:21 - China's Foreign Policy Shift: Strengthening Ties with the Global South 20:05 - Embracing China's Offer in Global Development 24:18 - Offering an Alternative Development Model 31:58 - China's Initiatives: Balancing Rhetoric and Reality 35:54 - Promoting Democracy and Facing Challenges 39:40 - Check and Counter Check: Global Influence Battle 40:24 - Superpower Rivalry: Assessing Positive and Negative Impacts 43:21 - Outro Produced by Heartcast Media www.heartcastmedia.com This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5446998/advertisement