The COVID-19 Pandemic has shocked the Asia-Pacific region and the entire world in an unprecedented pattern and manner. It is noticeable that non-material interactions among countries,represented by discourse interaction,has become an important part of international connections during the pandemic period. In the coming post-epidemic era,power competitions among countries will no longer be limited to mere material facet,instead,non-material power competitions will be highlighted. Different values,concepts,institutions as well as cultures will compete at the same time,leading the evolution of regional power distribution. This report intends to review the process of China-U.S. discourse power competition during the pandemic period,and prospect the future tendencies and agendas of discourse power competitions among Asia-Pacific countries. Lessons and experience of China in the competition will serve as inspirational references in improving China’s future international discourse strategy.
| Keywords: | International Discourse PowerStrategic CompetitionChina’s DiplomacyChina-U.S. RelationsThe COIVD-19 Pandemic |