HasanAbi Everyone’s teaming up… without the U.S.
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Sep 5, 2025 Leaders from China, Russia, India, and North Korea are forging new global alliances that challenge U.S. dominance. The podcast dives into India's balancing act between Russia and the U.S., and critiques China's attempts to reshape international authority. It also examines Xi Jinping's claims of foreign bullying and discusses Taiwan's complex political status. The significance of China's military parade is explored as a display of power, revealing the evolving dynamics in the international arena and the rise of a Chinese-led Eurasian bloc.
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China Stages Counterweight Summit
- China hosted a major WWII anniversary event with Putin and Kim to signal an alternative global alignment to the U.S.
- The summit showcased U.S. rivals publicly aligning without major Western partners present.
India As A Pragmatic Swing Actor
- India aligns pragmatically, balancing ties with both the U.S. and Russia based on interests.
- China seeks to undercut U.S. influence by offering alternative partnerships and institutions.
Bullying Rhetoric Targets The U.S.
- China positions itself as a stable partner while accusing others of 'bullying', a clear jab at the U.S.
- The messaging aims to present China as a peaceful alternative despite its aggressive signaling.