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A U.S.-China Cold War, With Robin Niblett
Jul 23, 2024
Sir Robin Niblett from Chatham House discusses a potential US-China Cold War with James Lindsay. They delve into the implications for global alliances, reflect on parallels with the US-Soviet Cold War, and analyze foreign policy choices in global affairs. They explore the dynamics of a new Cold War, touching on trade, alliances, and nuclear arms.
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- The U.S.-China Cold War stems from both traditional power rivalry and an ideological clash between centralized governance and democratic systems.
- Global shifts in alignments and the emergence of the 'axis of the aggrieved,' including China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, reflect shared grievances against Western powers.
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U.S.-China Cold War Dynamics
The U.S.-China Cold War is characterized by a rising power challenging the existing major power. Apart from traditional power rivalry, an ideological divide exists between the centralized governance model of China's Communist Party and the bottom-up, democratic systems in the U.S. and Europe.
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