Charting a Steady Course By Mehmet Enes Beşer In a world of growing international uncertainty, Beijing–Bandar Seri Begawan’s low-profile upgrading is the best proof of the potency of pragmatism, mutual respect for the other, and of interests in it. Less high-profile than some other of China’s neighborhood-of-choice relationships, the Beijing–Bandar Seri Begawan one is actually becoming stronger and consolidating itself ...
Tt is people who forge enduring friendships. By Mehmet Enes Beşer China’s relations with the People’s Republic of Brunei Darussalam in recent years have generally been good across the board. From expanded trade and investment ties to BRI-enabled infrastructure development, the two countries have forged what both sides refer to as a “strategic cooperative partnership.” Brunei has pursued a pragmatic ...