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Death to NATO

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I don't actually think the dollar matters all that much at this point. China is increasingly moving towards trade outside the dollar, and that trend will continue going forward. China is not stupid, and they understand that they're the next target for US aggression. So, what they're doing is quietly shifting their trade away from the west.

I also wouldn't underestimate Chinese resolve, they understand that time is on their side and they want to avoid provoking a conflict as long as possible. However, that doesn't mean they're not prepared for it or that they're not going to defend their interests when push comes to shove.

Finally, it's important to note just how unstable all western states are now becoming internally. There are very serious economic problems across the west, and these problems will only increase as competition with BRICS ramps up. These problems are driving political unrest all across the west, and I think that will make it very difficult for western regimes. to pursue any sort of coherent geopolitical policy. In fact, we're already starting to see infighting happening within Europe as well as between Europe and US.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Excellent points all around. Thanks! I love that we can always rely on you to give us the sobering big picture analysis whenever we get too in our heads about something.