🌍💡 Is the idea of “containment” against China a viable long-term strategy? A recent Foreign Affairs article by U.S. academic Michael Beckley argues that rivalry between America and China is inevitable to preserve the “liberal democratic order.” But critics say this narrative misses the bigger picture.
Beckley’s claims hinge on outdated analogies and assumptions that China seeks regional dominance. Yet, as global dynamics shift, the “liberal order” he champions faces crises within Western nations—from economic stagnation to social unrest. Meanwhile, the rise of BRICS and China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) offers developing countries alternatives to Western-led systems. 🚀
🔍 Unlike Western aid programs, BRI projects focus on infrastructure and development without political strings attached. China’s poverty alleviation success, often misattributed to globalization, stems from targeted policies led by the Communist Party of China (CPC). As living standards decline in the West, countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America are turning to new models for growth.
💬 “Containment ignores reality,” says analyst William Jones. “The Global South isn’t waiting for permission to thrive.” With BRICS expanding and BRI gaining traction, attempts to isolate China may backfire—fueling multipolar collaboration instead.
📉 Beckley’s stance reflects a Cold War mindset, but today’s world demands cooperation over division. As young professionals, travelers, and entrepreneurs navigate this era, one question lingers: Can outdated policies keep up with a rapidly changing world?
