Is the US in decline? After Iran strikes, maybe not, Chinese analysts say

“…The popular idea in China that American strength is waning may need a rethink, observers say…”

The U.S. controls major shipping chokepoints around the globe and has the capability and will to use them to U.S. advantage.

Trump did that and in so doing reversed decades of U.S. unwillingness to exert U.S. power.

America has few real competitors in any aspect of international relations.