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Is this imperialism by China, a country which is supposed to be left-wing? Leftists are normally anti-imperialism. Wouldn't it be better to let Taiwan democratically decide whether they want to be part of China or not?

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[–] SabinStargem@lemmy.today 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

No, and no.

Let's be frank: Taiwan doesn't want to belong to anyone, not China nor the west. However, it is a small country that has to use what its got, if it wants to maintain independence. Exchanging access to their chip supply for military aid is likely their best bet for not becoming a forgotten checkmark on Xi's list of "accomplishments".

Also, China has armed merchant vessels with weapons. It is pretty damn clear that China wants to start a fight. Given their behavior against the Philipines, India, and Taiwan, it is clear that China intends to hurt people. It is madness to not prepare for a conflict and push back, else China will enact their imperialist agenda. Be it against the USA, Russia, or China, smaller nations should do what they can to avoid being trod upon. Teaming up is the best way to do that.

China Arms a Container Ship | Picket/Surveillance | First Strike | Cost Effective | Expendable

[–] Socialism_Everyday@reddthat.com -1 points 1 week ago

"The geopolitically opposite country of mine is the evil imperialist invader, we need to arm ourselves in self-defense and defense of human rights!"

-All state propaganda from all countries participating in WW1

Go ahead, enlist yourself, hypocrite