Published: August 30th, 2021,
Last updated: May 28th, 2025
By Charles C. Krulak and Alexander Friedman
Alexander Friedman is co-founder of the research firm Jackson Hole Economics
As more commentators warn of a coming military conflict between the United States and China, it is easy to believe that war is inevitable. But while history suggests that rising powers will often clash with incumbent ones, there are important exceptions and unique present circumstances to consider.