Global Power Dynamics and China's Role in Era of Volatility
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Key Quotes
"Europe is facing major challenges in a chaotic, disordered world. Climate change is rapidly increasing. The United States, which we thought would guarantee our security forever, is no longer certain."
ยุโรปกำลังเผชิญกับความท้าทายครั้งใหญ่ในโลกที่เต็มไปด้วยความวุ่นวายไร้ระเบียบ การเปลี่ยนแปลงสภาพภูมิอากาศกำลังเพิ่มขึ้นอย่างรวดเร็ว สหรัฐซึ่งเราเคยคิดว่าจะรับประกันความมั่นคงให้เราไปตลอด ก็เป็นสิ่งที่ไม่แน่นอนอีกต่อไป
Key Entities
Place
A global power whose economic and technological influence is reshaping international dynamics.
A country whose Prime Minister visited China.
A nation whose trade tariffs and unclear stance on NATO leadership contribute to global instability, and whose President recently spoke with China's President.
A country involved in a war with Ukraine, contributing to global energy insecurity.
A country involved in a war with Russia, contributing to global energy insecurity.
The capital of China, which President Donald Trump planned to visit.
China's space station, showcasing its advancements in space technology.
A city in China that experienced significant growth in tourism from Thailand in 2025.
Organization
The executive branch of the European Union, which previously characterized China as an economic competitor and systemic rival.
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization, whose security role is perceived as uncertain by US leadership.
Global Timesℹ️
A Chinese newspaper that conducted a survey on global perceptions of China.
G20ℹ️
A group of countries represented in a Global Times survey about perceptions of China.
BRICSℹ️
A group of countries whose members were included in a Global Times survey on perceptions of China.
A regional grouping of countries, excluding China, represented in a Global Times survey.
An international organization whose Sustainable Development Goals are targeted by China's GDI initiative.
Brand Financeℹ️
A global brand valuation consultancy that ranked China second for global soft power in 2026.
DeepSeek
An artificial intelligence company contributing to China's leadership in AI.
A technology company contributing to China's leadership in 5G networks and electronics.
BYDℹ️
An electric vehicle company playing a significant role in China's automotive industry.
Trip.Best
A travel platform that identified Chongqing as the fastest-growing tourist destination for Thai travelers in 2025.
Yusuf Ishak Institute of Southeast Asian Studies(สถาบันเอเชียอาคเนย์ศึกษา ยูซุฟ อิสฮัค)
An academic institution that published research on China's soft power in Southeast Asia via social media.
A Chinese social media app that is popular in Southeast Asia and contributes to the dissemination of Chinese culture.
WeTVℹ️
A streaming platform that helps expand China's cultural influence by hosting series and variety shows.
iQIYIℹ️
A streaming platform that helps expand China's cultural influence by hosting series and variety shows.
Person
The King of Spain, who recently visited China.
The Queen of Spain, who recently visited China.
The President of France, who recently visited China and commented on Europe's security challenges.
Prime Minister Mark Carney(นายกรัฐมนตรีมาร์ก คาร์นีย์)
The Prime Minister of Canada, who recently visited China.
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, whose recent visit to China marked the first in 8 years.
The President of the United States, who held a phone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping and planned a visit to Beijing.
The President of China, who spoke with US President Donald Trump and is a key figure in global power dynamics.
H.E. Zhang Jianwei(ฯพณฯ จาง เจี้ยนเว่ย)
The Chinese Ambassador to Thailand, who discussed China's 15th Five-Year Plan.
Law
Economic and Social Development Plan(แผนพัฒนาเศรษฐกิจและสังคม)
A 5-year planning framework used by China to guide its development.
15th Five-Year Plan(แผนฉบับที่ 15)
The current economic development plan for China, focusing on industrial upgrading and technological self-reliance.
Global Development Initiative (GDI)
A Chinese initiative aimed at accelerating progress towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
Global Security Initiative (GSI)
A Chinese initiative focused on addressing traditional and non-traditional security issues through peaceful means.
Global Civilization Initiative (GCI)
A Chinese initiative promoting cultural diversity and respect to prevent ideological conflicts.
A Chinese initiative to enhance regional connectivity and strengthen global supply chains.