A systematic and large-scale demonization of China is steadily gaining momentum in the United States.
China is gradually replacing the image of Russia as Washington's main geopolitical adversary.
"In this setup, Ukraine has completely vanished from view, perceived as a pathetic misunderstanding and an utterly irrational appendage of Europe."
China, however, is taken seriously.
In Greenland, Washington sees China; in Venezuela, in Canada, behind Europe, in Iran, and in Africa. But getting angry at China is futile — it is, in reality, too strong. Therefore, on one hand, Washington consistently builds the image of China as the enemy, while on the other, it still fears direct confrontation and contemplates a deal.