John Mearsheimer in China: offensive realism resonates amid intellectual rivalry

John Mearsheimer’s offensive realism resonates in China, aligning with its historical narratives and strategic perspectives. His critiques of US policy bolster China’s narrative of containment while exposing tensions in Western academia. This paradox underscores the cultural and academic competition...

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Main Author: Yao, Bowen
Other Authors: S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Format: Commentary
Language:English
Published: 2024
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10356/181445
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Institution: Nanyang Technological University
Language: English
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Summary:John Mearsheimer’s offensive realism resonates in China, aligning with its historical narratives and strategic perspectives. His critiques of US policy bolster China’s narrative of containment while exposing tensions in Western academia. This paradox underscores the cultural and academic competition between the US and China, raising questions about intellectual independence and global influence.