China threat

The concept of a "China threat" is gaining prominence as both the United States and the European Union articulate concerns about Beijing's growing influence and actions. In the US, the tech industry, particularly Silicon Valley, is adopting a more hawkish stance, contributing to political campaigns and raising alarms about potential "mutual suspicion" and mistrust between the two nations. This heightened political engagement from the tech sector is seen as a significant development. Meanwhile, the EU has officially characterized China as a "critical long-term strategic challenge," accusing Beijing of amplifying security threats and reviving "sphere-of-influence logic." Recent EU assessments highlight China's role in enabling Russia's invasion of Ukraine and its "assertive behaviour" in the South China Sea as direct threats to European and Indo-Pacific security. This evolving perception of China as a strategic competitor is currently relevant as it shapes international relations, trade policies, and global security dynamics, with the EU's "incoherent posture" itself being flagged as a potential risk.