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US expertise on China is fading due to geopolitical friction and fewer career paths

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The United States' pool of experts on China is diminishing due to geopolitical tensions and a lack of career opportunities. Historically, these specialists gained deep insights through extensive fieldwork, including interviews and archival research, which shaped scholarship and influenced US policy towards Beijing. However, current academic and professional environments are straining this tradition, potentially weakening America's understanding of China. AI

RANK_REASON Article discusses the erosion of expertise on China within the US, framing it as a commentary on geopolitical and academic trends.

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US expertise on China is fading due to geopolitical friction and fewer career paths

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