Dossier
Yan Xuetong
Coverage of Yan Xuetong in the Nexus archive.
- Why a Chinese political scientist wants the public to take a test on foreign affairs
A Chinese political scientist named Yan Xuetong is urging the public to take a 60-minute closed-book test on foreign affairs to counter what he describes as a 'negative one' level of understanding. He criticizes social media sensationalism and promotes the test as a way to improve knowledge of international relations.
- Why East Asia could be the new centre for peace and economic growth
A Chinese political scientist suggests East Asia could surpass Europe as the global benchmark for peace and economic growth amid worsening global security. Yan Xuetong attributes this potential to a widening rift between the United States and its European allies, elevating East Asia's global standing.