From ping-pong diplomacy to AI competition, the China-U.S. relationship has evolved dramatically since diplomatic ties began 45 years ago. As global power dynamics shift, experts are asking: Can the world’s most consequential partnership defy ‘new Cold War’ narratives?
San Francisco Momentum: More Than a Handshake?
Last November’s Xi-Biden meeting sparked hope for stability, with agreements on climate cooperation and AI governance. But Prof. Huang Jing warns: ‘Trust deficits require action, not just promises. Tech decoupling remains a minefield.’ 💻⚡
Three Experts, One Burning Question
Da Wei (Tsinghua University) highlights ‘co-dependence through green tech’ as a potential bridge, while American University’s Peter Kuznick draws historical parallels: ‘Like Reagan-Gorbachev summits, symbolism must become substance.’ 🌱🔋
Gen-Z’s Stake in the Game
With 60% of global youth living in Asia-Pacific, students and young professionals are watching closely. As one analyst joked: ‘TikTok bans won’t stop meme diplomacy.’ 📱😂 The path forward? More exchange programs, fewer trade war threats, say experts.
