Publication

With regular written interventions on issues of present and historical note from actors and analysts in the Mideast-China space, Sino-Arabica is intended to elevate novel and unorthodox perspectives, with special attention given to voices emanating from within the regions concerned.

We invite those interested in contributing a piece on a political, linguistic, anthropological, economic, or other topic bearing on China-Mideast relations to submit a pitch to <admin@sinoarabica.com>.

Pieces may take the form of analysis, narrative, opinion, etc.

  • China’s Post-War Calculation: Is Iran Really a Strategic Partner?

    The recent Iran-Israel war has underscored a sobering reality for Tehran: When push comes to shove, China is far more likely to adapt to Iran’s decline or collapse than bear the costs of coming to its aid.

  • Unmapped Opportunity: What Role for China in Syria’s Reconstruction?

    Five months since the overthrow of President Bashar al-Assad, Syria’s international repositioning is well underway. Yet as the usual suspects jockey for influence within this rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, one emerging regional powerbroker appears conspicuously absent—China.

  • Looking At You Looking At Me

    A digital adaptation of ‘Looking At You Looking At Me,’ Sino-Arabica’s pop-up exhibition of works by Chinese artists Shi Lu (1919-1982) and Zhao Wangyun (1906-1977), held from 4 to 6 March 2025 at Access Art Space in downtown Cairo, Egypt.

  • Xiao’erjing—Writing Chinese with Arabic Letters: An Introduction

    Since the seventh century, Muslim communities around the world have developed Arabic-based scripts for their native tongues. Unbeknown to many, Chinese is among these.

  • Fleeing Lebanon: An Improvised Journey from Beirut to Hangzhou

    This essay was first drafted in October 2024, following a sudden expansion of the war in Lebanon. It relates the author’s experience finding himself stranded in Beirut, the country’s capital, and seeking a way to safety.

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