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Danger Zone: The Coming Conflict with China

byHal BrandsandMichael Beckley

Hal Brands and Michael Beckley argue that the risk of conflict with China is greatest not after it surpasses the United States, but while its power peaks and leaders fear future decline. Economic slowdown, demographic pressure, strategic encirclement, and nationalist ambition could encourage dangerous action, particularly around Taiwan. The book draws on historical examples of rising powers and analyzes military, economic, technological, and alliance competition. The authors recommend deterrence and preparation without assuming war is inevitable, warning that the coming decade may be a concentrated danger zone requiring discipline and clear priorities.

Publisher

W. W. Norton & Company

Publication date

Aug 16, 2022

Format

Print edition

Pages

288

ISBN

9781324021308