I have given the following question some thought:
With all that you have learned from these recent reports about China's current internal problems, do you think that its world power status should be reconsidered?
My answer to the above question is...NO! I think power is about perception. How does the world perceive China? And in what respects does one consider China powerful? Economically, socially, militarily, politically? Obviously, I think its a pretty safe bet to say that politically speaking, China is not a political power house. In my opinion, its only a matter of time before the CCP crumbles and democracy reigns.
In todays day and age, diplomacy is always of utmost concern. I think everyone would agree that its better to have China as a friend than a foe. I think a nation like China becomes more 'powerful' once they become your enemy.
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Cassie, I just got through reading Norman's post, and he had interesting source information about how the term super power is defined. The conclusion is that China is a strong regional power - not a super power yet. It's curious: I find myself largely in agreement with most of what you say, but I answered "yes". It is partly a different interpretation of just what is being asked and what is meant by "reconsidering."
You may be right. As much as China likes to puff their chest and clutch at their socialist label, their country appears to be moving towards democracy and capitalism. I tend to agree with you Cassie. But I'm going to have to reserve judgement. The dynamic taking place among the elite creates a tenor that could very easily snap back, quickly rejecting Capitalism and Democracy if these western models continue to deterioriate authoritarian power.
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