STRENGTHENING CHINA'S GEOPOLITICAL POTENTIAL IN THE CONDITIONS OF CURRENT CHALLENGES

The article highlights the peculiarities of development China's geopolitical potential in face modern challenges. It is pointed out that today China increasing its political, economic and cultural influence world. noted one fastest growing economies world, it has become largest exporter while also imports. Thus, average growth Chinese exports recent decades increased 5 times, imports – 4.7 times. emphasized response to West some Asian countries, including Japan, concept "Chinese threat" emerged, not always taking into account interests other countries. current foreign policy course are determined, particular, serious attention still paid relations with great powers. Yes, Xi Jin Ping active contact United States, European Union India. Significant emphasis placed on a balanced course. Much BRICS Russia, India South Africa. strengthening developing This evidenced by Jinping's visit Africa Caribbean. Russian vector, which aimed at jointly confronting States NATO. holding back number issues need be addressed. These are, first all: incomplete transition market economy, excessive state intervention banking sector, lack rule law, violation human rights freedoms, high dependence exports, strong excess credit debt, environmental problems.