Breakneck: China's Quest to Engineer the Future
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The discussion revolves around the implications of China's rapid technological advancements and its potential to reshape the global order, with some commenters expressing unease about the shift away from US dominance. While one commenter notes that a multipolar world is not unprecedented, others debate the credibility of certain analysts, like Jordan, who interpret Chinese policy and documents. The conversation takes a humorous turn as commenters poke fun at Jordan's perceived ideological biases and personal history. As China's influence grows, this debate feels timely and relevant, highlighting the complexities of navigating a changing global landscape.
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China has massive barriers. Social, political, economic, GFW, language, nationalistic etc. That could really diverge in a way the world has not seen before.
Definitely suspicion of upcoming FOMO.
... in our lifetimes.
There have been times in the past that the world was split up into spheres of influence or colonies.