China–United States Relations and Stability in the Indo-Pacific from the Perspective of the Liberal World Order
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This article analyzes China–United States relations within the context of security in the Indo-Pacific region through the lens of Immanuel Kant’s classical liberal theory under the concept of the Liberal World Order. This framework views democracy, liberal capitalism, and international institutions as key factors contributing to stability in international relations. The article argues that China’s past, ongoing, and future rise as a great power constitutes a peaceful power transition, as relations between China and the United States incorporate all three mechanisms identified by the Liberal World Order. These mechanisms help restrain the two great powers from direct confrontation and prevent escalation into a large-scale war in the future. Consequently, in formulating Thailand’s security strategies and policies, the relationship between these two great powers should be considered a critical factor shaping the international environment.
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