Dimensions of rivalry: China, the United States, and Europe

Abstract The U.S.–China rivalry has become a guiding paradigm of international relation that can only be understood in its multidimensionality. Europe is not an equidistant observer this conflict: European views China have much more critical, particularly with regard to human rights, China’s increasingly assertive regional posture and perceived attempts export authoritarian political model. COVID-19 pandemic increased rather than mitigated mistrust. For Europe, the idea “decoupling” from option. Rather developing own instruments for coordinated policy. It will likely continue see both as competitor multilateral partner at same time seek close coordination Biden administration on most issues, including relations China.