This is Democracy
This is Democracy – Episode 204: China
Aug 12, 2022
Hal Brands and Michael Beckley discuss China's rise as a military power, Chinese strategic goals, military buildup, and the shifting relationship between the US and China. They explore China's fear of decline, revisionist foreign policy, and the potential for agreement to avoid conflict.
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- China's rise as a military power impacts American security and democracy perceptions in Asia.
- China's strategic goals reflect a multifaceted approach encompassing domestic concerns and global ambitions.
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The Rise of China as a Military Power
China's ascension as a significant military power has shifted American perspectives on security and democracy in Asia over the past 50 years. The authors of the book, Danger Zone, The Coming Conflict with China, present four essential aspects of Chinese intentions, including securing power for the Communist Party, reclaiming lost territories, establishing a regional sphere of influence in Asia, and aspiring to become the world's most powerful nation. The rise of China and its strategic goals reflect a multifaceted approach that encompasses both domestic concerns and global ambitions.
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