Although assuming a clear dividing line runs through the Atlantic would be overly simplistic, the gap between the U.S. and Europe in terms of “China policy” is obvious.
While the U.S. has started to increase pressure on its EU allies to align more closely with its hardline on China, the Europeans have been pushing back.
The most recent U.S. National Security Strategy, released at the end of October, characterizes China as “the only competitor with both the intent to reshape the international order and, increasingly, the economic, diplomatic, military, and technological power to do it.” The American priority seems to be maintaining an enduring competitive edge over China.
By contrast, on November 22 while speaking at the European Parliament, the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and
