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Matthew Rochat

Matthew Rochat is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of California Santa Barbara and Adam Smith Fellow at the Mercatus Center. His research interests include international political economy, foreign policy, economic development, and China/Africa relations.
Economy

The Case for a Single African Currency

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The vision of a single African currency has long been a cornerstone of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, representing the aspiration for deeper economic...

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Central Asia

China’s BRI, Kazakhstan, and KIMEP University: The Second Central Asia-China Summit

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Trump’s America First weakened U.S. global leadership. China expanded its influence through the BRI and education initiatives. But despite economic gains, it still struggles to improve its image and build real soft power.
Opinion

Turkey and Drone Warfare in the Pakistan-India Conflict

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Turkey's drones reshape South Asia's battlefield. In May’s India-Pakistan clash, Islamabad deployed 400+ Turkish UAVs—marking a new era of proxy warfare and Ankara’s deepening role in global flashpoints.
Commentary

Kyiv’s Unwavering Anti-China Stance: Ukraine Seeks to Lead Europe in Shifting Perceptions of Beijing

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Kyiv is leading Europe’s anti-China turn—accusing Beijing of fueling Russia’s war machine and pushing EU allies to confront China’s role. Ukraine’s fight now includes reshaping Europe’s entire view of Beijing.
Americas

The Canada Question in Trump’s MAGA Strategy

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Trump’s MAGA playbook eyes Canada—trade wars, Arctic tensions, even 51st state talk. Ottawa pushes back with sovereignty claims and infrastructure in Nunavut. Is this economic pressure or veiled expansionism?
Americas

Trump Pushes Boeing to Refocus Geo-Strategy at the Expense of China

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Trump’s Gulf tour lands Boeing \$120B+ in deals—part of a bold pivot from China to Middle East allies. But in a world of rising tariffs and shaky supply chains, can the strategy fly?

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