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If we assume that the role of the US as a global hegemon is nearing its end, rising China may wish to assume the mantle of leadership. But in order to take on such a role, it will first have to establish itself as a trusted and reliable leading power among the diverse countries of East Asia. Evelyn Goh outlines the rights and responsibilities that China would have to shoulder if it wants to share or to take over the great-power management role of the United States in East Asia. The challenges are enormous and complex. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The economic rise of China has unleashed a growing chorus of anxiety in some circles in the West, especially in the United States, about the likelihood that China will one day claim a right to greater leadership in world affairs. That day has come. Beijing has already taken numerous steps to imprint its views on global governance, and more will follow. It remains to be seen how China's ambitions will play out, but it's time for the US and other Western nations to acknowledge Beijing's place at the table, writes Chu Yun-han. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

As the world's two largest economies, China and the US have a mutual stake in maintaining good relations, but US President Donald Trump's attack on China's trade practices and economic policies have roiled relations between the two countries. While Beijing and Washington appear to be moving toward a deal to avert a further escalation in trade tensions, the risks of Trump's 'America First' policy remain. Wang Yong explains what is at stake and shows a path forward. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on prospects for negotiating grand bargains easing uncertainties of Northeast Asia regarding security implications of China's resurgence including impact of negotiated change in foreign relations between the U.S. and China and acceptance of the U.S. army superiority by China.

An essay is presented which argues that with China's New Silk Road development initiative, that focuses on connectivity and cooperation among countries in Eurasia, and the maritime disputes between China and its Asian neighbors, increases the risk of conflict between China and the U.S.