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technologies with “a small yard and high fence.” On June 21,
2023, right after he visited China, Secretary Blinken met with
G7 and EU representatives in London and reiterated the
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importance of “close coordination” to deal with China.
Major U.S. allies and partners have indeed endeavoured to
scale up economic cooperation with China and protect their
vital economic interests. However, as Washington and its
allies and partners still share concerns about China’s growing
influence and assertiveness, it appears there is no fundamental
shift in their China policies. For example, Germany released
the “Strategy on China of the Government of Federal
Republic of Germany” in July 2023, which underscored the
need for maintaining vigilance about China and deepening
cooperation with partners in this regard. In this strategy
document, Germany pointed out that reducing dependence
on Chinese producers and consumers would strengthen its
economy. The document also highlighted the importance of
diversifying trade and supply chain networks for the resilience
of the German economy; close coordination and cooperation
with G7 and other partner countries on export controls; and
the continued commitment to military engagement in the
Indo-Pacific. All of these measures in response to China’s
attempts to challenge the existing “rule-based international
order.” In addition, Germany underscored its commitment to
enhancing military cooperation with partners in the region to
address these challenges. 7

6 U.S. Department of State. “Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with G7 and EU Representatives” (June 21, 2023).
7 The Government of Federal Republic of Germany. “Strategy on China of the Government of Federal Republic
of Germany” (July 2023).

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