> it could not exist without a China that makes overreaching claims, threats, and their huge military. Good point. Year after year, China was outpacing the wo

> it could not exist without a China that makes overreaching claims, threats, and their huge military. Good point. Year after year, China was outpacing the world economically in numbers and strategic position. Their future appeared to have no ceiling. But they self-sabotaged by reverting from quietly accumulating strength to loudly showcasing strength via consolidation & provocation. Despite no pressing need, they amplified military risk, economic & technological friction, undermined trust & provoked intense global resistance. The strategic value they destroyed is immense: Poof! The presumed “Century of China” looks very different now. More like another Cold War.