Care must be taken lest both sides analyze themselves into self-fulfilling prophecies. The nature of globalization and the reach of modern technology oblige the United States and China to interact around the world. A Cold War between them would bring about an international choosing of sides, spreading disputes into internal politics of every region at a time when issues such as nuclear proliferation, the environment, energy and climate require a comprehensive global solution.
双方必须慎重，以免不知不觉地让预言成为现实。全球化的特性和现代化技术的影响范围迫使美国和中国在全世界产生互动。他们之间的冷战将使国际社会选择支持某一方，使各地区的内部政治在核扩散、环境、能源和气候问题需要一个全面的国际解决方案之际陷入争论。
