Why Xi believes the U.S. and China can overcome the 'Thucydides Trap'
In May, Chinese President Xi Jinping asked U.S. President Donald Trump whether the countries could avoid destructive rivalry. Now, it seems, he thinks they can
TL;DR
- Chinese President Xi Jinping believes the "Thucydides Trap" can be overcome.
- The "Thucydides Trap" describes historical conflicts arising from tensions between rising and ruling powers.
- Xi advocates for "healthy competition without confrontation" between the U.S. and China.
- He likens the relationship to a "race of catching up" rather than a win-or-lose wrestle.
- Improving crisis communication and prevention between the two countries' militaries is also proposed.
- Establishing a bottom line of intense competition without military conflict is considered a key political outcome.