As for managing China's descent, it will lead to the breakup of the country. The prosperous region would refuse to carry the burden of propping up economically backward region when they themselves are struggling. Some regions would fare OK while other parts of China could be hit with severe economic problems.
How in the world can you talk about China as some sort of shrinking violet?
China is completely dominating. Even our own American companies are sold out. That is the worst part. American companies are helping China dominate.
While “Russia” is allegedly some sort of issue.
China is growing, and growing very strongly.