Challenges Mount for China's Global Ambitions Amid Diplomatic Struggles

China's rise to global dominance faces numerous challenges including strained international relations, economic difficulties, and questionable alliances. Beijing's aggressive stance and alliances with contentious regimes like Russia, Iran, and Syria expose it to global scrutiny and complicate its relations with nations such as the USA, Lithuania, and the Philippines.

China's dreams of dominating the global power hierarchy are increasingly troubled, as economic struggles, demographic challenges, and diplomatic tensions mount. President Xi Jinping's government has found itself more isolated, grappling with internal discontent as well as external disapproval, particularly from the U.S. and neighboring countries.

Beijing's aggressive foreign policies have sparked debates, especially in its dealings with the USA. In a recent exchange, China's Ambassador to the USA suggested the future of bilateral relations lines in Washington's choices, while the American Ambassador countered, highlighting China's role in exacerbating tensions across the globe.

Further complicating matters is China's strategic alignment with controversial nations like Russia, Iran, and Syria. These alliances have drawn criticism from various international quarters. China's support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine and active partnerships with oppressive regimes demonstrate Beijing's geopolitical ambitions, yet risk significant diplomatic fallout.

(With inputs from agencies.)