Spalding argues that a fierce, "hidden" war is already underway between China and the United States. He contends that Beijing is systematically undermining the pillars of American power, its economy, technology, and global influence.

·        Economic Impact: The author claims China's strategies have cost Americans millions of jobs and thousands of investment opportunities.

·        Strategic Goals: The book details how China seeks to replace the U.S. order without firing a shot, using economic statecraft and digital dominance.

Spanning eleven chapters, the book covers a wide array of battlefronts in this silent war:

·        The Military & Economic Crisis: How economic entanglement poses national security risks.

·        The Digital Battle: The race for 5G, cyber espionage, and control over data.

·        Infrastructure Hegemony: Analyzing the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as a tool for geopolitical leverage.

·        Counter-Strategies: The final sections offer a roadmap for resisting this "stealth war" and defeating Chinese ambitions.

This publication reinforces RCD’s dedication to providing Iraqi and Arab readers with high-quality, professional translations of critical global strategic studies, supporting the region's intellectual and scientific development.

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