Navigating Tensions: U.S.-China Relations Post-2008

This chapter examines the shift in U.S.-China relations during Hu Jintao's leadership and Obama's presidency, focusing on the rising tensions following the 2008 financial crisis. Key moments, including Xi Jinping's warnings about military assertiveness and contrasting diplomatic receptions, highlight the complexities and misunderstandings between the two nations. As the chapter unfolds, it reflects on missed opportunities for collaboration and the evolving challenges posed by China's growing confidence on the global stage.