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Wang Jisi argues that China should adopt a “Marching West” strategy to balance against the U.S. “pivot to Asia” and avoid zero-sum rivalry in East Asia. By deepening economic, political, and security engagement with Central Asia, South Asia, and the Middle East, China can secure energy routes, expand markets, and strengthen regional influence while contributing to stability. The strategy emphasizes building a New Silk Road, enhancing multilateral cooperation through mechanisms like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and cultivating expertise on western regions. While offering opportunities for strategic maneuvering and U.S.–China cooperation, the approach carries risks of instability, regional rivalries, and perceptions of resource exploitation. Wang stresses careful long-term planning, diplomatic balance, and investment in regional knowledge to ensure success.

Publication Date

10-17-2012

Publisher

China Maritime Studies Institute, U.S Naval War College

City

Newport, Rhode Island

Keywords

China Maritime Studies Institute, CMSI, Marching West, Strategic rebalance, New Silk Road, Central Asia, South Asia, Middle East, Eurasia, U.S.–China relations, Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), Geo-economics

CMSI Archive Translation: “Marching West,” the Rebalance of China’s Geo-Strategy

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