Harvard's Nye Doesn't See a New Cold War Between U.S. and China

The video discusses the changing dynamics of China's soft power, particularly in the context of the Olympics, and the diplomatic strategies between the US and China. It highlights the challenges of decoupling due to economic and ecological interdependence, and the need for cooperative rivalry. The influence of domestic politics on foreign policy, such as China's Wolf warrior diplomacy, is examined. The video also explores China's global influence through initiatives like the Belt and Road Initiative and vaccine diplomacy, noting that China's soft power remains limited outside Africa.

What role does domestic politics play in shaping the foreign policies of the US and China?

How effective has China's vaccine diplomacy been in enhancing its global standing?