Xi Jinping has secured a historic third term as general secretary with unmatched political authority. This has given China a new drive to retain its position as a global superpower, and a desire to restore what Xi believes is China’s natural position of leadership in the world.

As China attempts to reassert itself after harsh covid-19 lock-downs, what is driving Chinese foreign policy under current President Xi. What is his vision for China in the world? And what are the implications of President Xi’s agenda for other states in the region?

An event to celebrate Professor Suisheng Zhao's new book :The Dragon Roars Back - Transformational Leaders and Dynamics of Chinese Foreign Policy", published by Stanford University.

Panel

Professor Suisheng Zhao (Director, Center for China-US Cooperation, University of Denver)

Dr Yangbin Chen (Coordinator, Chinese Studies Program, La Trobe University)

Dr Dan Hu (Research Fellow, Centre for Contemporary Chinese Studies, University of Melbourne)

Associate Professor Bec Strating (Director, La Trobe Asia)(Chair)

Recorded on 3rd Februrary 2023.