US Influence Over China Diminishing Amid Changing Economic Landscape

Sep 24, 2026

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Elizabeth Economy, a former adviser on China, highlights the declining leverage the US has over China in diplomatic negotiations. She suggests that future cooperation may focus on AI security, but emphasizes the importance of forming alliances to effectively address challenges posed by Beijing.

Elizabeth Economy, a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution, discusses the diminishing US leverage over China in diplomatic talks.
She identifies potential areas for cooperation, particularly in AI security, but warns that traditional methods of exerting pressure are weakening.
Economy notes that issues such as Iranian oil, semiconductor controls, and rare earths will require the US to rely more on allies to influence China.

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US Influence Over China Diminishing Amid Changing Economic Landscape

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