Iraq Between American-Chinese Rivalry: A Study on Political and Strategic Shifts
العراق بين التنافس الامريكي – الصيني: دراسة في التحولات السياسية والاستراتيجية
Abstract
One of the most prominent factors affecting the contemporary international system is the rise of U.S.-China competition and its impact on countries of geo-strategic importance, including Iraq. This research aims to clarify the nature of this competition and its main dimensions, focusing on U.S. and Chinese interests in Iraq, the areas of competition between them, and the manifestations of this rivalry. It also explores the political and strategic changes that might result for Iraq from the continuation of this competition and its effects on Iraq's relations with both the United States and China, as well as Iraq's ability to manage this rivalry in a way that serves its interests by adopting a balanced foreign policy and maintaining the stability of its political and strategic decisions. The research concludes that the ongoing U.S.-China competition represents both a challenge and an opportunity for Iraq, as it can create political and strategic challenges but also offer economic and developmental opportunities by expanding its international partnerships through a balanced strategic vision that prioritizes Iraq's strategic interests.
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