In a world where geopolitical tensions often dominate headlines, renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs is flipping the script. 🎬 During a recent interview, the Columbia University professor emphasized that mutual engagement – not rivalry – is the only sustainable path for U.S.-China relations.
💡 Sachs’ blueprint for cooperation includes:
Routine government-level dialogue
Expanded cultural exchanges (think: student programs 🎒 and sports diplomacy 🏓)
Academic partnerships between universities
Tourism initiatives to boost people-to-people connections
The economist particularly spotlighted Gen Z’s role in bridging divides: 'A semester studying in China isn’t just educational – it’s a lifelong investment in global understanding.' 🌐
This call comes as both nations navigate complex challenges from tech competition to climate action. Sachs argues that framing the relationship as a ‘zero-sum game’ risks missing opportunities for shared progress in areas like green energy and AI governance. 🤖⚡
