US vs. China: Main Strengths of Two Superpowers

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Author: Lucas Eaves
Created: 28 Oct, 2012
Updated: 17 Oct, 2022
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China, the world's second largest economy, has been a major focus in the foreign policy discourse of both candidates. Over the past few years, the US vs. China match seems to have turned the advantage to China.

But where does China really stand compared to the United States? The following infographic provides a great visual comparison of the two countries' economy and military supremacy. The infographic also highlights how the two countries are doing in term of education and civil liberties, two topics seen as less important but that will have a great impact in the long term.

US vs China

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