This course explores China's rise in economic and military power under Xi Jinping's leadership and its implications for the United States. The learning outcomes include understanding China's Belt and Road Initiative, military expansion, and advancements in technologies like AI and 5G. Participants will analyze US-China relations, Trump's approach to China, and potential future trends to watch. The course is designed for individuals interested in geopolitics, international relations, and global economic dynamics. The teaching method includes lectures, discussions, and analysis of current events and historical contexts.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
How should we look at China
A new consensus on China
USChina relations in general
Trumps approach to China
A pushback against China
Trumps China policy
Challenge or threat
This is ours to win
Hong Kong Protests
Is this a manageable contradiction for the Chinese government
Is China and Russia picking tools appropriate to their power position
Trends to watch going forward
Chinas supply chain
Huawei and 5G
Lack of combat history
Will China be an adversary
Will China miss Trump
Will China invade Taiwan
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
