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This policy brief discusses the strategic implications of the mutual vulnerabilities caused by the immense power of China and the US. Despite their vast power, argue the authors, the United States and China are becoming increasingly and mutually vulnerable to attack in three strategic domains: nuclear, space, and cyberspace. The futility of defense and dim prospects for arms control in these domains will lead both countries to develop strong offensive capabilities, at least to deter the other. They conclude that, in light of this, a framework for mutual strategic restraint should be pursued.