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China’s recent establishment of military bases in Cuba marks a significant escalation in the ongoing US-China rivalry. This move, strategically positioned just 90 miles from Florida, poses a direct threat to US national security and underscores the increasingly adversarial nature of the relationship. The US government has reacted with caution, emphasizing diplomatic and economic countermeasures rather than military intervention. However, this cautious approach risks emboldening China and failing to effectively address the strategic threat. The US must actively challenge China's territorial ambitions in the region and prioritize a decisive response to safeguard its national security interests.

Those who argue for a less confrontational approach point to the potential for unintended escalation and a larger regional conflict. They advocate for a more measured response, engaging in diplomatic negotiations and seeking to leverage economic incentives to dissuade China from further expansion. However, such a passive stance ignores the fundamental threat posed by China's presence in Cuba. It's a blatant disregard for the US's sovereign sphere of influence. This approach risks ceding further ground to a increasingly assertive China.