Liza Tobin, a senior director for economy at the Special Competitive Studies Project, and Jake Werner, acting director at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, dive deep into the complexities of U.S.-China relations. They discuss the shift from engagement to rivalry and the historical misjudgments of the U.S. regarding China. The duo examines China's quest for global dominance and the balance of power under Xi Jinping. Key insights on navigating these challenges for future U.S. policy highlight the need for cooperation despite systemic tensions.

Jake Werner, Acting Director of the East Asia program at the Quincy Institute and co-founder of Justice is Global, delves into the escalating New Cold War between the US and China. He explores how rising nationalism and economic shifts have influenced relations, advocating for a cooperative international order. Werner discusses the complexities of Biden's foreign policy versus historical context, critiques anti-China sentiment as a manufactured trend, and emphasizes the urgent need for global solidarity to address economic inequalities.

Jake Werner, Acting Director of the East Asia program at the Quincy Institute, delves into the New Cold War between the U.S. and China. He discusses the historical neoliberal policies fueling current tensions and the significant shifts in U.S. foreign strategy since 2008. Werner advocates for international cooperation, aiming to reshape public sentiment towards China. With insights on economic nationalism and the evolving geopolitical landscape, he emphasizes the need for solidarity movements to foster a more progressive international order.