Eps 2: The conflict between China and the US leads the world into chaos

■ Since the United States and China perceive each other as potential mili- tary adversaries and plan their operations the security dilemma also shapes their relationship.
The United States uses incentives and pressure to discourage other states from expanding economic relations with China.
The Interagency Task Force set up by President Trump to strengthen the US industrial base and the resilience of supply chains took a very close look at China.