Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1629 - Trump, China, Taiwan & Canada’s Strategic Dilemma with Dr. Steven Nagy

On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian speaks with Dr. Steven Nagy, professor of politics and international studies at International Christian University in Tokyo, about the rapidly evolving relationship between the United States and China — and what it means for Canada and the Indo-Pacific region. The conversation explores America’s strengths in AI and innovation, China’s economic and demographic pressures, the growing importance of Taiwan, and how countries such as Japan, India, South Korea, and ASEAN are navigating an increasingly fragmented geopolitical landscape. They also discuss the possibility of a new U.S.-China trade framework, shifting global supply chains, and why Canada risks being strategically squeezed if it fails to adapt to the changing global order. The episode examines Canada’s role as a middle power, the importance of alliances in Asia, and how energy, critical minerals, and strategic realism may shape the country’s future in an increasingly competitive world.