The Sino-American competition involves two significant realities that distinguish it from the Cold War: neither party is excessively ideological in its orientation; and both parties recognize that they really need mutual accommodation.

A Russia that gradually begins to gravitate toward the West will also be a Russia that ceases to disrupt the international system.

I do think America has made it quite clear that it is in the interest both of America and China to avoid situations in which they will be pushed toward a collision.

Zbigniew Brzezinski Quotes