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Responding to the Rise of China
Author: Alexandra Jones
Volume 3, Number 1 (February 2007), pp. 17-27.
Abstract
Forecasting in international relations is fraught with danger because there are few permanent friends or enemies among states. This article will review the US policy towards China and its role in the Asia Pacific region; it will look at China’s aspirations and its potential to become a dominant power in Asia; and it will consider US policy options. It demonstrates that the US is currently using both engagement and containment strategies because China is both a partner and a competitor. This dual strategy also reflects the split in approach between the State Department and the Pentagon. Nevertheless, the overall US policy goal remains the same, which is to encourage a more cooperative China, while also preserving US primacy in geopolitical terms. However, in the future, US strategies may change as China’s intentions and trajectory become clearer.
About the Author
Alexandra Jones recently graduated with a Master of Strategic Affairs (Distinction) from the Australian National University. She also holds a Bachelor of Commerce/Liberal Studies (Honours) from the University of Sydney. whitemin@optusnet.com.au.
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