Dividing the world into competing power blocs won’t enhance national security or global peace, China’s Foreign Ministry asserted today. Spokesperson Mao Ning addressed rising tensions during a press briefing, responding to recent remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that framed the Americas as “our hemisphere.”
“Common security and cooperative security are sustainable security,” Mao emphasized, rejecting zero-sum approaches. The comments come amid heightened debates over U.S.-China strategic rivalry in 2026, particularly in Asia-Pacific trade and tech sectors.
Analysts note the exchange reflects broader friction as nations navigate post-pandemic recovery and AI-driven economic shifts. For young professionals and travelers, the call for collaboration over confrontation could shape everything from supply chains to cross-border tech policies this year.
