The World Needs the US and China to Talk

BY: JOHN BRUTON

US-China relationship deteriorates as China catches up, raising conflict risks with heated rhetoric hindering compromise prospects.

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US unites in preparing for China rivalry, with continued tariffs, Taiwan support, and controversial actions impacting diplomatic relations.

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Tariffs prevent military use, dividing allies. China's navy threatens freedom of navigation, impacting global prosperity and stability.

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Expert Charles Kupchan issues stern warning on China "cold war" complacency in The Atlantic publication.

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US-China "cold war" presents a different power dynamic than US-USSR, with China's larger population, GDP, Navy, and R&D spending.

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China's aging population, low birth rate, and job scarcity contrast with the US, while empty apartments contribute to local government debts.

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Centralized thinking in China risks military effectiveness, limited combat experience and lower spending compared to the US.

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US-China rivalry hinders cooperation on shared concerns like climate change and food insecurity, posing challenges for the EU.

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