Monday, May 21, 2018

China and The South China Sea

Apparently politicians are the same the world over.  They lie often...


"In a 2015 visit to Washington, Chinese President Xi Jinping assured then-US President Barack Obama, "China does not intend to pursue militarization." But US military officials say China's recent military activities belie that promise."  China Lands Bombers on Man Made Islands


As a reminder, an international court ruled unanimously against China on this issue.  Here is some more detailed history.  WIKI Philippines vs China  And here is a good explanation of why the China logic regarding their illegal "land grabs" are so flawed


The question is what will the international community do about China militarily invading their modern day neighbors.


And will the Chinese government use their growing military power for the good of the world?


Or will they use it to prey on their weaker neighbors like some ancient conquering empire?


Thoughts?

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