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Geopolitical Economy Report
US escalates new cold war on China: Congress passes 25 anti-Chinese laws in 1 week, funds propaganda
Sep 22, 2024
In a deep dive, journalist Ben Norton analyzes the recent legislative onslaught against China, spotlighting how the US Congress passed 25 anti-China laws, including a hefty $1.6 billion for anti-China propaganda. His insights reveal a bipartisan frenzy aiming to escalate tensions reminiscent of the Cold War era. Norton critiques the focus on foreign conflict over domestic issues, illustrating a concerning pivot in US foreign policy and the implications for global stability. The discussion highlights the urgency for independent media in the face of escalating misinformation.
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- The US Congress's passage of 25 anti-China laws illustrates a bipartisan commitment to escalate tensions against China through legislative and propaganda efforts.
- Significant funding for anti-China propaganda aims to shape global perceptions of China, reminiscent of Cold War strategies to undermine rival powers.
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Bipartisan Anti-China Legislation
The US Congress has passed a significant number of anti-China bills, including 25 laws in a single week, highlighting a concerted effort to undermine China's influence. These regulations aim to weaken the Chinese Communist Party by imposing sanctions, restricting trade, and banning joint scientific research. This swift legislative action showcases a bipartisan consensus among both Republican and Democratic representatives to adopt a hawkish stance against China, reflecting a shift in focus from domestic issues to foreign aggression. An alarming consequence is the potential for increased tensions in regions like Hong Kong and Taiwan as these laws escalate the risk of conflict.
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