Beijing’s Two Foreign Policies: Performance, Strategy, andthe Limits of Gray-Zone Pressure Dialogue China：Dingxian (Alex) He October 2026 Beijing’s Two Foreign Policies: Performance, Strategy, and the Limits of Gray-Zone Pressure Dingxian (Alex) He Dialogue China October 2026 Introduction On August 24, 2023, the day Japan began releasing treated water from the Fukushima plant, 41 topics regarding this issue appeared on Weibo’s trending list. Some came from the state: “China’s suspension of Japanese seafood imports is entirely necessary.” Others came from kitchens […]
How Does the United States Counter China’s Modern United Front Strategy? A Case Study of Taiwan’s Response to Cognitive Warfare Threats Author: Can Xiong, Syracuse University I. Introduction China’s modern United Front strategy has evolved into a sophisticated tool for exerting influence abroad, particularly through cognitive warfare tactics that blend propaganda, disinformation, and social media manipulation. This approach has proven especially relevant in Taiwan, a frontline state facing continuous political and psychological pressure from Beijing. As cognitive warfare continues to […]