The American government has securitized the U.S.-China relationship in response to Chinese securitization, and mutual securitization has definitely contributed to the downward trajectory of the relationship over the last 10 years, with both sides bearing some responsibility.

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David Shambaugh

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So the American government as a consequence has also securitized the relationship. Mutual securitization has definitely contributed to the downward trajectory of the relationship. I argue over the last 10 years both sides have done it. Both sides have some responsibility.

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Breaking The Engagement: How China Won And Lost America | Hoover InstitutionHoover Institution
Created: 8/11/2026, 7:09:14 AM

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