Great power rivalry is now an entrenched feature of Asia's security environment. While the United States' role in Asia looks increasingly uncertain under the new Trump administration, China has long sought its security by building dominant relationships with smaller powers in its neighbourhood.
While Australia focuses keenly on the activities of the US and China in East Asia and the Pacific, far less is understood about the contests for power playing out in Central Asia and its implications for global stability and order. In this arena, Russia and the United States are keen to challenge China’s presence and maintain access and influence for both themselves and their partners.
As global geopolitics evolve, China has come to dominate a region that is crucial to the world’s economic and strategic future.
In celebration of the new book ‘Great Game On: The contest for Central Asia and Global Supremacy’ by Geoff Raby.
Speakers:
Dr Geoff Raby AO (Former Australia Ambassador to China, 2007-2011)
Professor Theo Farrell (Vice-Chancellor, La Trobe University)
Professor Rebecca Strating (Director, La Trobe Asia)
Recorded on 12th February, 2025.
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