#USChinaTensions #USChinaTensions Relations between the United States and China

Summary of the issue

In recent years, tensions between the United States and China have created new challenges, especially in the areas of economics and defense. China is a crucial trading partner for the United States, but also a significant competitor. China's harmful and unfair economic practices, such as the trade of illicit goods, the use of forced labor, and the theft of sensitive technologies, pose risks to the economic and security interests of the United States. China is also developing its military capabilities, which presents a challenge to the U.S. military. Furthermore, nearly one-third of the foreign students and scholars in the United States are from China and have made substantial contributions to academic research. These students and scholars are involved in the development of many of the country's cutting-edge civilian and defense technologies. However, there is concern that some foreign students and scholars "export" sensitive information to their home countries, which could be hostile to U.S. interests.