Sinica Podcast
Kerry Brown: on What does the West Wants from China, and the Exercise of Chinese Power
Mar 21, 2024
Discussion on China's belief systems, capitalism, and what the West expects from China. Exploring Chinese power reflected in the internet and syncretism. Challenges of Chinese success narratives and PR. Revising Western views on China's development.
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- The West lacks coherent strategic objectives in its demands from China, highlighting a contrast with China's clear narrative of national strength and identity.
- China's political system exhibits adaptive opportunism, emphasizing pragmatism over rigid planning in policy implementation and reflecting a nuanced understanding of governance.
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The Complexity of Chinese Policy and Strategic Objectives
Chinese policies present a complex dynamic with a mix of pragmatic flexibility and ideological rigidity. Xi Jinping's leadership reflects a blend of Leninist practices and technological advancement with unique Chinese characteristics. Beneath this facade lies a pragmatic approach to national identity, where Chinese citizens maintain a sense of clarity amidst cultural influences. This engagement serves as a cynical examination of Western demands from China, exposing a lack of coherent strategic objectives that contrasts China's clear narrative of national strength and identity.
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