Ian Bremmer: Maximum Xi - leader’s unrivalled power has become a global problem

And because China is exponentially more important for the stability of the global economy and the balance of geopolitical power than during Mao’s reign, Xi’s power has become a global problem. Finally, for foreign policy, Xi’s nationalist views and assertive style will define Beijing’s relations with rivals, allies, and the very large number of governments that are deeply reluctant to risk becoming either one. More destructive Russian behaviour, a virtual certainty in 2023, will colour US and European attitudes toward Xi and China. But Maximum Xi has already cost China and the Chinese people a great deal, and it will likely cost them even more in 2023. - Ian Bremmer is the president of Eurasia Group and GZERO Media and author The Power of Crisis.