American foreign policy for the past decade has centered on the Middle East: the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, Iran's nuclear ambitions, terrorism, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and energy concerns. But in the coming years our nation will encounter a host of global issues linked to China, whose burgeoning economic centers, possession of nuclear arms, and increased clout have already begun to impact the lives of Americans on a daily basis.
Sino-American relations pose a challenge that could lead to misunderstandings and potential clashes with the United States because of a failure on our part to accurately grasp the mindset and capabilities of the Chinese government. Policymakers should begin to craft intelligent solutions to potential future dilemmas.
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