China and East Asia
We here at the Center for Realpolitik and American Values approach the China question with a mix of caution and pragmatism, recognizing the complexities of a global power struggle between two nations with divergent interests. While it is clear that competition with China will shape much of the 21st century, we believe this challenge is best navigated with a measured, thoughtful strategy that balances strength with openness. There are areas where dialogue and cooperation may yield mutual benefits, and reducing tensions through practical engagement is a worthwhile pursuit when interests align. At the same time, we remain watchful of authoritarian tendencies and overreach, ensuring that America’s values and interests are not undermined in the process. Ours is a stance guided by prudence, prioritizing the nation’s long-term stability and sovereignty.
Engagement Without Appeasement: Safeguarding U.S. Interests in a Multipolar World
The world is entering a new era, one defined not by the dominance of a single superpower but by the complexities of a multipolar order. As China rises, Russia reasserts…
The Real Threat to American Sovereignty: Lessons from China’s Authoritarian Playbook
As the United States navigates its role in the 21st century, few challenges are as profound—or as defining—as the one posed by China’s authoritarian model. This is more than a…
The State of U.S.-China Relations and the Road Ahead
As the United States and China navigate a complex and evolving rivalry, the relationship between the two powers stands at a pivotal juncture. Following years of rising tensions—characterized by trade…