I think leaving was inevitable. 20 more years wouldn't have changed anything. But it could have been more organized, not everyone is basically kicked out with a

I think leaving was inevitable. 20 more years wouldn't have changed anything. But it could have been more organized, not everyone is basically kicked out with a bang. Many countries trip over themselves to start diplomatic relations to curb influence from other powers. The US and EU will quickly start foreign aid to stop China from exerting influence.