Pekingology China Across CSIS: Communication Amid Competition with Chen Dongxiao
May 1, 2025
Chen Dongxiao, President of the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies, shares his insights on China's rising role in global politics. He discusses the evolving dynamics of U.S.-China relations, particularly under the Biden administration, emphasizing the competitive but necessary dialogue needed for cooperation. Dongxiao also highlights the pivotal role of think tanks in shaping these relations, advocating for more creative approaches to global challenges through track-2 dialogues. His candid reflections offer a unique perspective on the complexities of international diplomacy.
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China's New Global Role Challenges
- China's role has shifted to the center of global politics and economics with a more assertive international presence.
- Increased U.S.-China competition is the new normal, requiring management of tensions and misunderstandings to avoid military conflict.
Beijing's View on Biden Era Tensions
- Beijing views the U.S.-China relationship as defined by long-term strategic competition with significant perception gaps.
- Taiwan remains a top red line and source of Beijing's frustration about U.S. policies and unpredictability.
Trump's Maritime Economic Security Focus
- Trump seeks economic security by focusing on maritime chokepoints and critical resources.
- His foreign policy mixes economic nationalism with traditional power dynamics from historical naval strategies.