NATO Aims to Label China a 'Systemic Challenge'

NATO is revising its policy to address China's growing influence, marking a shift from its 2010 stance where China was not mentioned. Concerns include cybersecurity, disinformation, and China's partnership with Russia. NATO aims to label China as a challenge rather than a threat, differing from its approach to Russia. This move may provoke a reaction from China, which views US efforts as attempts to contain it, including in the Indo-Pacific and space.

What is the main focus of NATO's new policy guidelines discussed in the introduction?

• Designating China as a systemic challenge

• Expanding NATO's membership

• Addressing climate change

• Strengthening ties with Russia

Why was China not mentioned in NATO's 2010 document?

• NATO had no interest in Asia

• China was an ally of NATO

• NATO was focused on the Middle East

• China was not considered a significant influence at the time

What are some concerns of NATO allies regarding China's influence?

• China's economic policies

• China's cultural influence

• China's role in cybersecurity and disinformation

• China's environmental impact

How does NATO currently view China in its policy?

• As an ally

• As a threat

• As a challenge

• As an adversary

What has China criticized regarding US efforts in the Indo-Pacific region?

• US cultural exports

• US efforts to create a NATO-like alliance

• US military presence

• US trade policies