In this clip, Amb. Kishore Mahbubani explores how China's peaceful economic rise contrasts sharply with the violent ascent of Western powers, particularly the British colonization of India. The discussion delves into the lack of a long-term American strategy to address China's rise, referencing insights from Henry Kissinger. The video highlights remarkable economic shifts, with China's GNP projected to surpass Europe's by 2050, and China's dominance in future industries such as electric vehicles and AI. The conversation stresses the futility of isolating or halting China's growth, advocating for a strategic approach in U.S.-China relations.