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US Weighs China: Military Rival or Trade Partner?

2/10/2026

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  • The United States faces a decision on whether to view China as a military rival or a commercial partner.
  • Since 2018, the United States restricted technology exports to China, prompting Beijing to invest in high-tech industries.
  • China has advanced in electric vehicles and telecommunications, even surpassing Western companies in some areas.
  • China now produces more STEM graduates than any country, boosting its capabilities and sparking U.S. concerns about shared tech.