In early January, China's Foreign Ministry published a White Paper on “China's Policies on Asia-Pacific Security Cooperation,” signaling an intensification of China's effort to establish itself as the dominant power in Asia and dislodge U.S. influence. Building on the country's economic strength, China is challenging U.S. power in Asia at its source: America's role as a security provider. The paper provides a glimpse into China's ambitions by outlining a three-part strategy to build an alternative architecture, normalize U.S. acceptance, and enforce regional compliance with Chinese leadership preferences through rewards and punishments.
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