> Both laws are of about the same significance. No they aren't in any conceivable universe. I know US or other powerful countries can be and often are bullies

> Both laws are of about the same significance. No they aren't in any conceivable universe. I know US or other powerful countries can be and often are bullies to the weaker if its convenient for them, but even strong countries need good friends. And that's one hell of a stupid short-sighted way to lose them, sometimes for good.