The U.S. strategic interests in Ukraine and China diverge due to differing geopolitical, economic, and military calculations.

China, on the other hand, represents a more complex and far-reaching challenge. Unlike Russia, which is primarily seen as a military and regional threat, China poses a systemic challenge to U.S. global dominance. Its rapid economic growth, technological advancements, surpassing the U.S. in many crucial areas, and expanding influence through initiatives like the Belt and Road are perceived as a direct threat to American hegemony in both the economic and geopolitical spheres. Washington views containing China—whether through military build-up in the Indo-Pacific, economic decoupling, or the support of Taiwan—as essential to maintaining its leadership in the global order.

The Role of Europe in U.S. Strategic Interests

Europe plays a supporting role in these strategic interests but finds itself increasingly caught between aligning with U.S. objectives and addressing its own pressing economic and political challenges. The U.S. is not giving Europe the necessary support to overcome its economic and competitiveness challenges. On the contrary, as pointed out recently by French........

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