A landmark US-UK study in International Security challenges Western narratives, asserting China is not seeking global dominance or military conquest.

Analyzing 12,000 Chinese speeches/articles, researchers found no evidence of China aiming to replace the U.S. as a global leader, force its governance model, or expand territorially beyond its claimed borders (e.g., Hong Kong, Taiwan). The paper disputes claims of a "Chinese threat," arguing China prioritizes sovereignty, economic ties, and regional stability over hegemony. The study underscores China’s inward focus, contrasting it with Western "world-ruling" instincts.