The Economic Times

Xi Jinping's 'Thucydides Trap' warning: Is China outsmarting the US without engaging in actual conflict?

China employs a strategy of subduing rivals without fighting, a tactic evident in its diplomatic approach. This method has allowed China to achieve strategic growth intervals. The recent meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump signals a new phase for China. India and other nations must prepare for China's evolving global role and the US's shifting strategic posture.