The Thucydides Trap
The Thucydides Trap
Lee Kuan Yew of Singapore argued that China “is the biggest player in the history of the world,” and the United States and others will have to adjust to this reality. But this adjustment may not be peaceful. As Thucydides saw, the rise of Athens led Sparta to come to Corinth’s defense, leaving Athens little choice but to respond. In a series of Pacific encounters US allies have confronted China. Can the US assist them without generating military attacks between the two Great Powers? We do not know.
Keywords: Thucyidides Trap, War is folly, “Hide your strength; bide your time”, Air identification zone
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