Rush Doshi

Rush Doshi, former Deputy Senior Director for China and Taiwan on the National Security Council and author of 'The Long Game,' discusses the complexities of U.S.-China relations. He critiques the bipartisan consensus on China and the Trump administration’s approach to trade as it navigates this strategic rivalry. The conversation dives into the historical roots of China's nationalism and its proactive global ambitions since the century of humiliation. Doshi emphasizes the need for nuanced U.S. foreign policy to address the challenges posed by China’s rise.

Kurt Campbell and Rush Doshi, both former officials in the Biden administration, dive into why the narrative of China's decline is misleading. They discuss the strategic shifts in China's foreign policy under Xi Jinping, including military expansion and the Belt and Road Initiative. The pair assert that America must reassess its alliances in Asia to enhance stability and counter threats. They also touch on escalating trade tensions and the systemic complexity behind U.S.-China negotiations, emphasizing the need for strong diplomacy to navigate these challenges.

Rush Doshi, a C.V. Starr Senior Fellow for Asia Studies and director of the China Strategy Initiative, shares insights on U.S.-China geopolitical dynamics. He delves into the Thucydides Trap, discussing the potential for conflict as China ascends. Doshi analyzes China's perception of U.S. power and its grand strategy to expand influence. He emphasizes the importance of diplomatic engagement between Biden and Xi, while also addressing skepticism towards alliances in American politics. A thought-provoking exploration of navigating complex international relations!