The Illusion of Self-Sufficiency

Efforts by China to create self-sufficiency, such as constructing large corn storage facilities, have proven ineffective, as exemplified by a failed initiative where stored corn simply rotted away. The approach to food storage illustrates a broader issue facing China, as the logistics and infrastructure necessary for effective resource management are lacking. Additionally, China's reliance on transit routes like the Strait of Malacca for about 80% of its oil imports highlights its vulnerability to external pressures, particularly from U.S. naval power. This dependence highlights that in any potential conflict, China might find itself without the necessary resources to sustain itself, creating a precarious scenario.