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Hi Cyrus, I hold a master`s degree in International and strategic studies from Oxford University. It is good to know your opinion on this topic, this is mine:
We are in a new Cold War. The US sees China as its enemy. Why the change? Before the 2008 financial crisis it believed China's rise was unsustainable. They were wrong; instead the 2008 crisis undermined the US. So it now sees China's rise as a threat to its global hegemony. The US cannot allow any other country to be No 1. It is part of its DNA. It is unimaginable. That is why it has turned nasty. The hysteria. The panic. The US is an extreme case of hegemonic angst. The West has ruled the world for 200 years. It cannot allow anyone to usurp it. But the writing is on the wall. The ultimate test is whether a country can deliver success for its people: economic growth, rising living standards, stability. In 1980 China was 5% of the US economy. It is now on the verge of overtaking it. It has become hugely innovative. Its tech companies rival those of Silicon Valley. That is why the US is scared of Huawei. Its education system is far superior. In the face of Covid-19, the US has failed miserably and China has succeeded remarkably. Covid-19 is a test of governance. The impact of America's failure and China's success will have huge long-term effects. The 2008 financial crisis led to a major shift in economic power from the US to China. The pandemic will produce a far bigger shift from the US to China. The US is in deep trouble: it has lost its economic dynamism, it is deeply divided, it has turned inwards, it has retreated into its bunker. It is failing. And in desperation, as its crisis grows deeper, it is lashing out and blaming China for all its problems.
In addition, I would like to share a research conducted by Harvard University about Chinese Public Opinion Through Time. The results are pretty positive and reflects the great confidence that the Chinese have to their government. Here is the link: https://ash.harvard.edu/files/ash/files/final_policy_brief_7.6.2020.pdf
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Imagine calling it "our hemisphere" and referring to Chinas trade deals with the american countries as "eating our lunch". Can you get any more imperialistic? Your hemisphere?
I'm pretty sure there's a lot of nations, (at least to the south of you), that would strongly disagree with such a statement. The hemisphere doesn't belong to USA. Also, "eating our lunch" sounds like a freudian slip that is casually admitting that the american continents is nothing more than sustenance for the USA. Absolutely awful lack of respect for other nations.
Also, this constant idea of calling latin american and caribbean countries the "backyard" of the US ... It's very patronizing and disrespectful. It's like they are not "real" countries. They don't get to live along the street, so they have to stay in our "backyard". You see the exact same with the smaller pacific countries, like the Solomon Islands. They are not treated as a fellow country but as the "backyard" of Australia. And predictably, the people of that nation are getting pretty tired of being treated like that.
Mia Mottley of Barbados was very clear in an interview with BBC how she felt about that characterization; pointing out that they are NEIGHBORS to the USA and should be treated as such. Smaller, yes, but no less a country than anyone else.
The main reason USA is losing its grip is because they have zero diplomatic tact and skill. They have a failing economy and less and less to offer. They have a very unsteady foreign policy that changes every 4 or 8 years, often 180 degrees. Something for example Iran has gotten extremely "done" with. Also, when all their "foreign aid" consists of arming rebel groups and building american military bases, while all the actual money never leaves the USA. They end up lining the pockets of Raytheon, Lockheed Martin and the rest of the ghoulish death merchants over there.
USA built up all its power abroad through force, or threats of force. The only reason they allied with western Europe after WW2 was to get a strategic beachhead against the Soviets. Not because they ever cared one bit about the well-being of the people in Europe. They've tried the same on all other continents, and for a while it worked. But now, there are other powers that can be much more beneficial do deal with. So why wouldn't they?
China only demands that you stay out of their internal affairs, and they'll stay out of yours. With that as a basis they'll trade with you and invest in all kinds of projects. And no, it's not a debt trap. This has been debunked by economic experts over and over, yet keeps repeated in a desperate attempt to smear China.
In the end, it's a VERY good deal for countries that have been bullied by USA for decades. It's the same thing in Africa where the nations still carry massive scars from western colonial times. Then in comes China and treats them like fellow nations instead of pawns. No wonder they sign onto BRI.
"our hemisphere" ... don't make me vomit.
(Edited for a typo that annoyed me, I meant to say all the "actual money" instead of "actualy money")
Edit: Thanks for all the likes and positive responses. Glad to see that more people reacted to this blatant show of "american exceptionalism" at its worst.
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An interesting topic...
Being an American farmer, senior citizen, and an USMC veteran I've been around the block ... :-)
As for our American system being two parties, it tends to change too often to the next leader because, people dislike their past leadership. But,they don't realize that it requires a full change of leadership to reach the optimal dream of expectations.
We're like a dog chasing its tail and never catching it! Nothing in the long run ever gets finished or stays in effect for the greater good of Americans.
Our system is control not by the people but, by corporations only interested in stockholders profits.
These are are few reasons our country has had its turning spin...
After being in China since 2004 and married, that I'm able to express a little insight to their system.
True it's a one party system that first thoughts are for the majority of citizens to improve their way of life for the long term. Yes, any small change will have some that dislike anything disrupting time.
It's not just one man or 90 million CCP members but, a gathering of the handpicked members of the "GREAT HALL OF THE PEOPLE" each year to review the nations goals. 5000 elite performers that represent a country of nationalities coming together as one; with only the thoughts of making China better for it's people!
A system from the top down to the smallest villages, citizens are asked to represent fellow neighbors to improve life overall.
If one cant perform to their fullest they will be quickly be replaced and they return to their old status within their township.
Remember, competition and position are things respected and taught from childhood.
Ladder movements can only be done with performance and multiple acknowledgement.
True the term of leadership was changed to set straight/ correct blemishes but, will return later after completion of goals. One can believe this because, you only need to look at his serving records for the people.
So, it's easy to understand the WHY China has moved itself to the top position in the world of leadership!
Only China has the true meaning of patriotism from its elders to their young children... they truly love their motherland, unlike no other!
My journey in China has been extraordinary in many ways.
Daily I'm amazed while watching as a third party; a foreigner allowed inside to experience Chinas family life of its citizens!
May this enlighten some, as other still will not understand to which I feel sorry for them.
Be safe and have a great day!
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