Shawn Ryan Show #52 Andrew Bustamante - CIA Spy / U.S. vs China - The New Cold War | Part 2
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Apr 3, 2023 
Andrew Bustamante, a former CIA officer and expert on China, returns to unpack the complexities of U.S.-China relations. He discusses the imminent threat of China’s ambitions toward Taiwan, along with recent incidents like the Spy Balloon controversy. Diving into geopolitical strategies, Bustamante highlights the Belt and Road Initiative and its implications for global security. He also addresses the dangers of foreign influence in American society through platforms like TikTok. A gripping exploration of espionage, power dynamics, and the future of international relations awaits!
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China's Strategic Approach
- China prioritizes quiet, strategic moves, not loud, disruptive events like the initial COVID outbreak.
- Their focus is on long-term influence, like the Belt and Road Initiative, rather than noisy disruptions.
Lack of COVID-19 Repercussions for China
- The lack of repercussions for China regarding COVID-19 stems from the global response and politicization of the virus.
- Holding China accountable would expose the U.S. government's own missteps in handling the pandemic.
China's COVID-19 Overreaction
- China's overreaction to COVID-19, including welding apartment doors shut, reflects a surveillance state's behavior.
- Other countries followed the US lead in implementing restrictions, with China reacting as expected.