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WASHINGTON – Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday is set to describe China as the “most serious long-term challenge to the international order,” even as the world grapples with Russia’s war in Ukraine.

“China is the only country with both the intent to reshape the international order – and, increasingly, the economic, diplomatic, military, and technological power to do it,” Blinken is expected to say in a speech at George Washington University, according to excerpts released by the State Department.

Blinken says, “Beijing’s vision would lead us away from universal values which have supported so much of the world’s progress in the last 75 years.”

As the U.S. warned Beijing not to help Moscow evade global sanctions, the speech will be a summary of the Biden administration’s policies toward China. This speech also comes after a Biden administration attempt to walk back his commentBeijing was angered that the U.S. would use its military to defend Taiwan.

According to the U.S. top diplomat, he will acknowledge the pivotal role China plays in global economic and climate change efforts. This is one of the most complex and consequential relations the U.S. has ever had with any other country. The U.S. is determined to prevent “conflict” or “a new Cold War” as the two world’s largest economies have to interact “for the future”.

“We don’t seek to block China from its role as a major power, nor to stop China – or any country – from growing their economy or advancing the interests of their people,” Blinken is expected to say.

Trump’s administration saw tensions rise between Beijing and Washington. Trump used to blame China directly for many grievances including intellectual property theft and unfair trade practices. the coronavirus pandemic.

Joe Biden, President of the United States, has stated previously that his administration is open to “extreme competition with China”, but this was not confirmed by him. his approach would be different than his predecessor. He has also placed greater emphasis on working more closely with allies in order to push back against China — rather than taking steps to counter Beijing alone.

We will face China’s economic abuses.” Biden said during his first visit to the State Department in February. We are also open to working with Beijing when America feels it is in our best interests. “We’ll be able to compete with a stronger position by working together with our partners and allies, and building on our strengths at home.” he said.

The President also claimed that he had spent more time during his political career than any other global leader with China’s Xi Jinping.