Navigating the US-China Relationship: Myths and Realities

The NIDS View by The National Institute for Deterrence Studies

Episode notes

Inspired by Miles Yu's recent article, " A dangerous myth of US-China Cold War tensions," Adam, Curtis, and Jim discuss the complexities of US-China relations. Through a Cold War prism, they explore economic imbalances, trade deficits, and the implications of intellectual property theft and their impact on deterrence. The conversation delves into historical perspectives on Cold War definitions, military strategies, and the current geopolitical landscape, emphasizing the need for a strategic approach to counter China's growing influence.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context of the Discussion

01:14 The Myth of US-China Cold War Tensions

03:39 Economic Imbalance and Trade Deficits

08:51 The Nature of the Current US-China Relationship

12:08 Defining Cold War: Historical Perspectives

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Keywords
deterrencechinanuclearcold warweaponstrade deficitMilitary Nuclear Power