A significant portion of the Chinese population approves of Xi Jinping, recognizing his role in preventing China from suffering the same fate as the Soviet Union. However, concerns remain about the future, particularly whether the younger generation will remember the sacrifices of their ancestors and continue the struggle for independence and the wellbeing of the […]
Why Do 98% Approve of Xi? The Answer May Surprise You. Read More »
In light of Thailand’s strategic shift, the recent China-Russia Joint Communiqué highlights significant geopolitical realignments. This ambitious agreement encompasses numerous domains, setting a new direction for international cooperation. Thailand’s active engagement with the mBridge platform and its application to join BRICS signify a bold move towards regional integration and economic independence from the US dollar.
Thailand’s Strategic Shift: Examining the China-Russia Joint Communiqué Read More »
If rulers’ own behavior is ethical, what difficulty will they have in governing? If their own conduct is improper, how can they demand lawfulness from their citizens? Confucius. Analects. Matthew Archer’s recent What if we Lost our Smartest 5%? suggests that, without our scientists and engineers we would struggle even to maintain our quality of life. It also helps explain
The Rule of Geniuses: A Technocratic Approach to Compassion Read More »
In examining the stark contrasts between economic inequality in the United States and China, the keyword “Inequality: US vs. China” serves as a pivotal lens through which we can explore these disparities. Historically, the Western capitalist model, with its privatization of credit, land, and labor, has fostered significant economic inequality, exemplified by the high Gini
Inequality Showdown: US vs. China—Confucius and Corrado Gini in Focus Read More »
People often ask what level of democracy does China have, and it takes time to explain that democracy comes in very different shapes and sizes Asking what level of democracy does China have is like asking what level of democracy Switzerland has? China and Switzerland have some of the highest levels of democracy of any
What level of democracy does China have? Read More »
The latest missile update highlights the growing dominance of expendable munitions in modern warfare. As technology evolves, these cost-effective and versatile weapons are reshaping military strategies worldwide. This is brief note is free. Defense analysts’ first conclusions from the Middle East and Ukraine missile wars suggest the PLA’s strategic preparations were sound as per missile
Missile Update- Dominance of the Expendables Read More »