A 'beacon' or a 'roulette'? Chinese America watchers see opportunities and pitfalls
Briefly

The Trump administration's foreign policy has resulted in perceived global leadership vacuums, raising concerns among China's analysts who view the U.S. as less positive. This shift creates opportunities for China yet breeds skepticism over its willingness to assume greater global responsibilities. Observers express ambivalence, with some former America admirers now disillusioned, while younger voices critique America's stature. The evolving U.S.-China dynamic reflects deeper issues within international relations, emphasizing the complexities faced by both nations amidst domestic challenges and contrasting views on America's global role.
"Zha Jianying notes that developments in the U.S. under the Trump administration are shocking and bewildering, serving to disillusion many who once looked to America as a role model."
"Wang Haolan, born in 1997, reflects a different perspective, stating he's never seen the U.S. as a beacon of hope, questioning its greatness."
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