China’s economic rise in Southeast Asia may have been unstoppable, but Washington has done itself no favors in the competition for economic influence.

Chinese-supported student groups in the West are being used to control discussion about China, censor critics, and lead protests against invited speakers.

One of Beijing’s goals globally is to promote its model of technology-enabled authoritarianism. Democracies ought to share best practices on how to respond.

Amid severe economic distress, many Laotians are increasingly undaunted by the fear of repression.

Understanding Beijing’s failures now is crucial ahead of a time when efforts to shape opinion are more sophisticated.