Paul’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Paul’s Substack (US-Canada relations, Trade policy and International diplomacy). The closest matches are The Bismarck Cables , My latest work and analysis on China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia and Canadian Pulse. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 7, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1
    The Bismarck Cables 58K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    Realpolitik assessments of foreign affairs - brief, ruthless, action-oriented.

    Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

    3 shared topics

  2. 2

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 41 days ago

    From recent posts: This newsletter publishes in-depth geopolitical analysis and essays on China, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia, covering topics such as US-China relations, maritime security, defense budgets, and PLA military operations.

    Likely audience: Geopolitical researchers

    2 shared topics

  3. 3
    Canadian Pulse7K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Canadian Pulse publishes weekly news and opinion pieces focused on Canadian politics, international relations, and digital sovereignty. The publication targets readers interested in domestic policy, US-Canada trade…

    Likely audience: Canadian political observers

    2 shared topics

  4. 4

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: The Center for China Analysis publishes in-depth articles and translated perspectives on U.S.-China relations, covering topics such as summit diplomacy, clean technology policy, AI export controls, and gray-zone…

    Likely audience: Government officials

    2 shared topics

  5. 5

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Melanie In Saskatchewan publishes opinion pieces and critiques focused on Canadian politics, economics, and foreign policy, specifically targeting Prime Minister Mark Carney and government trade decisions. The…

    Likely audience: Canadian political observers

    2 shared topics

  6. 6

    beehiivEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication delivers analysis on US-China relations, trade policy, and AI security through articles and interviews. It targets readers interested in geopolitical strategy and technology regulation.

    Likely audience: US government policy analysts

    2 shared topics

  7. 7

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Authentic, commonsense straight talk about our politics and culture.

    Likely audience: Cybersecurity professionals

    1 shared topic

  8. 8

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Stories and strategies of resistance in this new dark age.

    Likely audience: Canadian political observers

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    Aaron Mate58K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Aaron Mate publishes geopolitical analysis and conflict reporting focused on the Russia-Ukraine war. The content mixes hard news with historical policy reviews, targeting readers interested in international relations…

    Likely audience: International relations analysts

    1 shared topic

  10. 10

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    Exploring the forces that shape our world — from global trade and economic policy to questions of justice and human dignity — through essays grounded in both rigorous analysis and lived experience.

    Likely audience: Policy analysts

    1 shared topic

  11. 11
    Trita Parsi36K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Trita Parsi publishes weekly geopolitical analysis and paid subscriber Q&A sessions focusing on Middle East conflicts, Israeli security doctrine, and US foreign policy. The content mixes original essays with live…

    Likely audience: Geopolitical analysts

    1 shared topic

  12. 12
    Channel 4 News29K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Channel 4 News publishes weekly reports on UK and international current events, including mental health policy, election results, and foreign relations. The publication covers diverse formats such as in-depth analysis…

    Likely audience: Policy makers

    1 shared topic

  13. 13
    Pekingnology25K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Pekingnology publishes in-depth analysis on China's economic policy, legal system, and geopolitical strategy for an audience of investors, policymakers, and researchers. The publication mixes long-form essays on topics…

    Likely audience: International relations scholars

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Sinica23K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Podcasts, columns, and essays about current affairs in China

    Likely audience: International relations scholars

    1 shared topic

  15. 15
    The Walrus21K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: The Walrus publishes Canadian political news, literary criticism, and personal narratives for an educated Canadian audience. Content ranges from policy analysis and interviews to essays on culture and individual…

    Likely audience: Canadian political analysts

    1 shared topic

  16. 16
    Brian Lilley19K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Brian Lilley's newsletter publishes opinionated essays and interviews on Canadian and US politics, international relations, and public policy. It targets an audience interested in geopolitical shifts, election strategy…

    Likely audience: Canadian political observers

    1 shared topic

  17. 17
    China Economic Review19K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    Taking the pulse of the world's most exciting economy

    Likely audience: Automotive industry executives

    1 shared topic

  18. 18
    High Capacity17K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 49 days ago

    China's tech and industrial policy: manufacturing, global supply chains, AI, clean tech, EVs, trade, economic competition.

    Likely audience: International relations experts

    1 shared topic

  19. 19

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 30 days ago

    intelligence for the physical economy

    Likely audience: Manufacturing executives

    1 shared topic

  20. 20

    SubstackDaily · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: The Rest of the World Report publishes daily morning and evening editions of breaking international news alongside occasional historical retrospectives and feature stories. It targets readers seeking real-time coverage…

    Likely audience: International relations analysts

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    Sinification15K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    The world as viewed from China.

    Likely audience: Government officials

    1 shared topic

  22. 22
    The East is Read14K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    China's opinion page B

    Likely audience: Government officials

    1 shared topic

  23. 23
    Frontelligence Insight13K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 10, 2026

    From recent posts: Frontelligence Insight publishes weekly analysis of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, covering military logistics, economic sanctions, and political developments. The publication features data-driven reports, interviews with…

    Likely audience: Military analysts

    1 shared topic

  24. 24

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Foreign Office by Michael Weiss publishes weekly news round-ups on Russia-Ukraine conflict developments, including diplomatic negotiations, military intelligence, and technological disruptions like Starlink…

    Likely audience: Policy makers

    1 shared topic

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