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The US has military bases in countries that have agreed to host them, and in many cases even asked for them. Meanwhile China hasn't got permission for the secre
by TechBro8615 3y ago
The US has military bases in countries that have agreed to host them, and in many cases even asked for them. Meanwhile China hasn't got permission for the secret police stations it's been setting up around the world.
China and the US both understand how to acquire power by carrying a big stick. The difference is that the US also knows how to speak softly to retain it. That's why the US projects power with cooperation and diplomacy, while China relies on coercion and deceit.
- johndhi 3y agoIs this true? I just don't know how to verify this information. What reliable sources can I read to lead to such a conclusion?
- DiogenesKynikos 3y agoNo, it's not. Counterexamples are easy to find. Everyone has heard of Guantanamo Bay. The Cuban government isn't happy about the presence of a US military base on their territory.
- FpUser 3y agoYou have conveniently avoided invasions, bombings etc.
- vasac 3y agoSure, US speaks softly at first, and when they don't get what they asked for, then they pull that big stick. Now, you may think that's nice behavior but that's because you didn't end up on the receiving end of that stick. But there's still hope as it looks like you don't condone similar behavior when it comes from someone else besides US.