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The narrative of China as a benign partner has proven to be flawed. The current trajectory reveals a nation markedly intent on reclaiming its imperial past through strategic, military, and cultural means. As China continues to build its power, it becomes increasingly clear that the United States must recognize the magnitude of the challenge and respond with appropriate firmness. The future of global stability may depend on whether Western nations can develop a coherent, robust strategy to counter China's ambitions before it is too late.