U.S. Global Dominance Could Fuel Decades of Tension, Expert Warns

Rising geopolitical tensions might be here to stay, according to John Ross, a Senior Fellow at Renmin University’s Chongyang Institute. In an exclusive interview with CGTN’s Guan Xin, Ross argued that U.S. efforts to cling to its No. 1 global status are ‘trying to achieve something impossible’—and the fallout could shape global dynamics for years.

‘We’re in for several dangerous decades,’ Ross warned, pointing to escalating rivalries over tech, trade, and military influence. With over 30 years of experience analyzing U.S.-China relations, he likened the situation to a high-stakes ‘Game of Thrones’ scenario—but with real-world consequences for economies and young people worldwide.

For Asia-focused entrepreneurs and students, the implications are stark: market volatility, supply-chain disruptions, and tighter cross-border policies could ripple across industries. Ross emphasized dialogue over confrontation: ‘Zero-sum games only create losers.’

The takeaway? Global stability might hinge on whether world leaders—and Gen Z activists—can push for cooperation over competition. As Ross put it: ‘The future isn’t written yet.’

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Expert: U.S. is trying to achieve something impossible

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