China Goes on Offense: Beijing's Plans to Exploit American Retreat
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- The Trump administration's rejection of the global order has influenced China's international strategy, shifting from cautious responses to a more ambitious approach.
- China, under Xi Jinping, is positioning itself as a central figure in a multipolar world, leveraging U.S. withdrawal from international roles to enhance its own influence.
- Xi Jinping's diplomatic efforts include hosting global leaders, promoting initiatives like the Global Governance Initiative, and strengthening ties with countries opposing U.S. policies.
- China aims to reshape international institutions from within, advocating for principles that favor its interests while marginalizing values like universal human rights.
- Despite China's strategic moves, challenges remain, including resistance from countries wary of Beijing's influence and potential missteps in its territorial disputes.
- The U.S. under Trump's 'America first' policy is seen as retreating from global leadership, leaving a vacuum that China is eager to fill, though success is not guaranteed.