Balancing Without containment: An American strategy for managing china.

by Ashley J.Tellis

China is poised to become a major strategic rival to the United States. Whether or not Beijing intends to challenge Washington’s primacy, its economic boom and growing national ambitions make competition inevitable. And as China rises, American power will diminish in relative terms, threatening the foundations of the U.S.-backed global order that has engendered unprecedented prosperity worldwide. To avoid this costly outcome, Washington needs a novel strategy to balance China without containing it

118 pages, ebook

Reviews

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Published in 2014, this thoughtful proposal for a comprehensive foreign policy for the United States regarding China remains relevant and insightful. It is easily accessible and spans economics, military, technology, social programs, and other policies, explaining Wwy China is the most important consideration for the future and how a single comprehensive strategy would play out in all these different spheres. Essential reading for anyone interested in U.S. foreign policy or China.