R. Nicholas Burns, U.S. Ambassador, Says China Is Aligned With ‘Agents of Disorder’

R. Nicholas Burns, a former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, recently made headlines when he stated that China is aligned with “agents of disorder” in the international community. Burns, who served as Ambassador to NATO from 2001 to 2005, has been a vocal critic of China’s foreign policy and its actions in the South China Sea.

In a recent interview with CNN, Burns criticized China for its aggressive actions in the South China Sea, where it has been building artificial islands and militarizing the area. He also accused China of supporting countries like North Korea and Iran, which he described as “agents of disorder” in the international community.

Burns’ comments come at a time of increasing tensions between the United States and China, as the two countries continue to spar over trade, human rights, and security issues. The Biden administration has taken a tough stance on China, with President Biden calling Chinese President Xi Jinping a “thug” and vowing to confront China on issues like Taiwan and Hong Kong.

China, for its part, has accused the United States of interfering in its internal affairs and trying to contain its rise as a global power. The Chinese government has also pushed back against criticism of its actions in the South China Sea, arguing that it has the right to defend its territorial claims in the region.

Despite the growing tensions between the two countries, Burns has called for dialogue and engagement with China, rather than confrontation. He has stressed the importance of finding common ground with China on issues like climate change and nuclear non-proliferation, while also standing firm on issues like human rights and territorial disputes.

Burns’ comments have sparked a debate about the best approach to dealing with China, with some experts arguing for a more confrontational stance and others calling for a more diplomatic approach. As the United States and China continue to jockey for influence on the world stage, the role of diplomats like R. Nicholas Burns will be crucial in shaping the future of U.S.-China relations.