Opinion | Is Beijing the world’s ‘living room’? China is enjoying the global stage, but there are limits to its influence
Summary
Recent visits by world leaders to Beijing highlight China's growing global visibility but reveal limits to its influence and core foreign policy positions.
Key Points
- World leaders like Putin and Trump recently visited Beijing, highlighting China's global spotlight.
- China is seen as a 'living room' of stability amid global turbulence but has set high conditions for diplomacy.
- Despite visits, core Chinese foreign policy positions remain unchanged, including support for Russia and Iran.
- The high-profile meetings produce visibility but limited concrete outcomes in global leadership.
