6 September 2024

Diplomatic Dexterity - United States vs. China

Monte Erfourth

THE COMPETITION REPORT SERIES

The Strategy Central Great Power Competition report series details the United States and China’s great power competition in the first half 2024. It offers an analysis to help strategists grasp the current rivalry between these two superpowers regarding national power, economics, military power, and diplomacy. This is the last segment covering great power competition between the U.S. and China and will focus on diplomatic competition.

This article focuses on the diplomatic dynamics that have shaped U.S.-China relations throughout the first half of 2024. In the evolving landscape of great power competition, diplomacy emerges as a critical tool for both the United States and China, shaping their strategic maneuvers on the global stage. This article delves into the diplomatic efforts of these two superpowers in the first half of 2024, highlighting their contrasting approaches to asserting influence and managing global relations. While China has aggressively expanded its diplomatic footprint through high-profile events and strategic partnerships, the United States has focused on strengthening alliances, promoting democratic values, and addressing global security challenges. The report underscores that the United States holds a strategic advantage through its deep-rooted alliances and partnerships and its commitment to multilateral engagement. It offers a compelling analysis of how diplomacy continues to be a decisive factor in the rivalry between these great powers.

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