Not so sure the modern Chinese generally still clings to that.. probably more 自强 than 天下 (Tianxia) For the past 50 years the global cultural viewpoint is large

Not so sure the modern Chinese generally still clings to that.. probably more 自强 than 天下 (Tianxia) For the past 50 years the global cultural viewpoint is largely Western (used loosely here)... it would be not practical to think that will always be the case, or has been the case for much of human history. Using an easy to digest example of "individual freedom and unbridled freedom of expression" vs "know your place and be humble in your speech and actions"... <do your own thought scenario analysis> ... The middle is very quiet... are they forced to be so? It's almost like two rival gangs fighting and a couple of old folks stepping in to try to restore peace. Both gangs will slaughter the old folks and then carry on fighting.