China's Diplomatic Presence Surpasses the US, but Influence Remains Uncertain
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China has narrowly surpassed the United States in terms of global diplomatic presence, with 274 diplomatic missions compared to the US's 271, according to the Global Diplomacy Index published by the Lowy Institute. However, having more diplomatic missions does not necessarily translate into greater power and influence. China overtook the US in the number of diplomatic missions in 2019, and despite the US opening more missions since then, China has maintained its lead. China's diplomatic network is more extensive in Africa, East Asia, the Pacific Islands, and Central Asia, while the US has a stronger presence in Europe, North and Central America, and South Asia. This competition for diplomatic posts reflects the broader geopolitical rivalry between the two countries as they seek to shape th...

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