On His Way to China
The US seeks cooperation with China, Rubio told the reporter on the plane. We are not trying to hold them back, but when it interferes with U.S. interests, it must be managed. China has a plan. They believe they will surpass the United States and become the world’s most powerful country. And they are moving ahead with that plan. Rubio made it clear that the U.S. won’t let it happen at U.S. expense.
Rubio stated: “I don’t blame them. If I were the Chinese government, I would have the same plan.”
“Their rise cannot come at our expense. Their rise cannot come at our fall.”
He is describing the long-term relationship that is being redefined.