China Debates the Non-Interference Principle

The Politics of Transnational Advocacy Against Chinese, Indian, and Brazilian Extractive Projects in the Global South

“…State–company alliances are certainly present in some extractive projects run by multinational corporations headquartered in the global North. To retain its principle of noninterference and avoid local politics, however, Chinese governmental and corporate actors tend to prioritize building state alliances over community relations (Zheng, 2016; Zou & Jones, 2020). This subsequently limits opportunities for local stakeholders to influence extractive projects (Gonzalez-Vicente, 2017).…”

Protective Integration and Security Policy Coordination: Comparing the SCO and CSTO

“…It is true that a discussion has emerged among analysts within China over the sustainability of the non-interference principle, reflecting debates on how to relate to the Westernled international society and the profile China should adopt in global affairs (including with neighbouring states). 150 But new Chinese concepts in this debate, such as 'creative involvement' in other states, remain a far cry from Russian claims over Ukraine and the example of Russian intervention in certain (non-SCO or CSTO) neighbour states.…”

The US dollar and its challenges: American hegemony in the 21st century

“…By 2018, China has emerged successfully as a rival economic power, with a technological base that allows it to compete with the US as a near equal in the crucial military sector (Office of the Secretary of Defence, : ii). Despite this, China has shown reluctance to involve itself in foreign conflicts, whether mediating them or as an active participant in conflict, preferring to continue its policy of noninterference (Zheng, ).…”