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Beijing’s Diplomacy Dividend

By Peter Wilding,

Published on Aug 20, 2026   —   4 min read

United StatesDiplomacyAsiaSmart PowerForeign PolicyGlobal Order

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China now leads America on Asian diplomatic influence, while public opinion is shifting towards Beijing across much of the world.

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